Vicente Arraya 1922 – 1992

Biography

Vicente Arraya was born on January 25, 1922, in Oruro, Bolivia, during a transformative period in his country’s history. He would go on to become a notable figure in Bolivian football, contributing to the sport during a formative era for athletics in South America. His career reflected the growing passion for football that was sweeping across Bolivia and the broader region during the early-to-mid twentieth century.

Throughout his life, Arraya remained connected to his homeland, living through decades of change in Bolivia. He spent his final years in La Paz, the nation’s administrative capital, where he witnessed the continued evolution of Bolivian society and sport. His dedication to football left an impression on those who knew him and followed the sport during his active years.

Vicente Arraya passed away on November 21, 1992, at the age of seventy, leaving behind a legacy as part of Bolivia’s sporting heritage. Though specific details of his career achievements remain limited in the historical record, his place in Bolivian football history endures as a testament to the early athletes who helped establish the sport in their nation.