Raúl Magaña 1940 – 2009

Biography

Raúl Magaña was born on February 24, 1940, in Santa Ana, El Salvador, during a transformative period in Central American sports. He dedicated his life to football, becoming part of El Salvador’s sporting heritage during the mid-twentieth century. His career in the sport reflected his passion for the game and his contributions to Salvadoran athletics during an important era for the nation’s development.

Throughout his years as a footballer, Magaña embodied the spirit and dedication that defined athletes of his generation. He competed during a time when football was growing in popularity across Central America, and his participation in the sport helped shape the region’s athletic traditions. His commitment to the game left an impression on those who knew him and appreciated his work on the field.

Raúl Magaña passed away on September 30, 2009, in San Salvador at the age of sixty-nine, succumbing to stomach cancer. He is remembered as a valued member of El Salvador’s football community and as someone who contributed to the nation’s sports legacy. His life and career continue to be part of the country’s athletic history.