Gerardo Gabriel Galindo Martínez (born 23 May 1978) is a Mexican former professional

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who plays as a

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Playing career

Club

Gerardo debuted in a victory 1–0 over Atlante. ''El Jerry'' was a vital part in

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2 championships in a row in 2004. Although debuting in 1997, it was in 2001 when he gained a starting spot in Pumas.

International

Being a starter and a trustworthy player in

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's coaching career in Pumas, he has also been called to play with

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, such as qualification games for the

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Managerial career

In 2013, after being diagnosed with cancer, Galindo had treatments to remove a tumor. The tumor returned months later, thus forcing Galindo into retirement. In 2017, Galindo joined former UNAM teammate Jaime Lozano, to be an assistant coach at Queretaro FC.

Honours

* Mexican Torneo de Clausura (2004) * Mexican Torneo de Apertura (2004) Club de Futbol Monterrey * Mexican Torneo de Apertura (2009)

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References

External links

Career stats
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Galindo, Gerardo 1978 births Living people Footballers from Cuernavaca Men's association football midfielders Mexico men's international footballers 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup players Club Universidad Nacional footballers Club Necaxa footballers C.F. Monterrey players Club Tijuana footballers Tecos F.C. footballers Liga MX players Mexican men's footballers