Professional Soccer Player and Coach. He played for the Venezuelan national team from 1965 to 1979, participating in 24 matches and scoring four goals. Mendoza made history as the youngest player to debut in Venezuela's Primera División at the age of 15, representing Banco Agrícola y Pecuario. Mendoza's career saw him play in eight Copa Libertadores, two World Cup qualifiers, and three Copa América tournaments. He was a member of the Venezuelan Sports Hall of Fame and achieved numerous accolades with teams such as Deportivo Italia, Deportivo Galicia, Estudiantes de Mérida, and Portuguesa Fútbol Club. Mendoza's versatility allowed him to excel in various positions, including a successful transition from left wing to midfield, where he truly shone. Later in his career, Mendoza transitioned to coaching, taking charge of the Venezuelan national team in 1981. His tenure as coach included a debut match against Spain.
Professional Soccer Player and Coach. He played for the Venezuelan national team from 1965 to 1979, participating in 24 matches and scoring four goals. Mendoza made history as the youngest player to debut in Venezuela's Primera División at the age of 15, representing Banco Agrícola y Pecuario. Mendoza's career saw him play in eight Copa Libertadores, two World Cup qualifiers, and three Copa América tournaments. He was a member of the Venezuelan Sports Hall of Fame and achieved numerous accolades with teams such as Deportivo Italia, Deportivo Galicia, Estudiantes de Mérida, and Portuguesa Fútbol Club. Mendoza's versatility allowed him to excel in various positions, including a successful transition from left wing to midfield, where he truly shone. Later in his career, Mendoza transitioned to coaching, taking charge of the Venezuelan national team in 1981. His tenure as coach included a debut match against Spain.
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