Club América legend Roberto ‘Monito’ Rodríguez dies at 80

Club América legend Roberto ‘Monito’ Rodríguez has passed away at the age of 80. The former player, who was a key figure in the club’s championship successes during the early 1970s, died following a complicated health issue.

Rodríguez began his professional career at age 18 and later served the institution as an assistant coach. Club América released a statement expressing deep regret over his passing and offering condolences to his family and friends.