Félix Ruiz 1940 – 1993

Biography

Félix Ruiz was born on July 14, 1940, in Olite, a historic town in Navarre in northern Spain. He went on to become a Spanish footballer, dedicating much of his life to the sport during a formative period in Spanish football. His career unfolded during the mid-twentieth century, a time when the sport was growing in popularity across Spain and Europe.

Though details of his playing career remain limited in available records, Ruiz’s contributions to Spanish football during his active years reflect the dedication of athletes who helped establish the sport’s strong tradition in the country. He remained connected to football throughout his life, representing a generation of Spanish players who built the foundations of the nation’s sporting culture.

Félix Ruiz passed away on February 11, 1993, in Madrid at the age of 52. His death marked the end of a life spent in service to the sport he loved. Though his individual achievements may not be widely documented today, Ruiz remains part of Spanish football’s broader legacy, representing the many dedicated athletes whose passion for the game helped shape its development across generations.