Pedro Vallana 1897 – 1980

Biography

Pedro Vallana was born on November 29, 1897, in Getxo, a coastal town in the Basque Country of Spain. He would go on to establish himself as a footballer during a formative era of the sport, contributing to the game during the early twentieth century. His career reflected the passion and dedication that characterized athletes of his generation.

Vallana spent much of his life engaged with football, a sport that was rapidly growing in popularity across Spain and beyond. Though records of his specific achievements and career highlights remain limited, his participation in the sport during this pivotal period in football’s history made him part of a significant community of early athletes who helped shape the game as it developed internationally.

In his later years, Vallana made his way to Montevideo, Uruguay, where he spent his final decades. He passed away there on July 4, 1980, at an advanced age, leaving behind a life connected to both his native Basque region and the wider world. His memory endures as part of football’s early heritage, representing a generation of players whose contributions helped establish the sport globally.