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Crisant Bosch

Crisant Bosch Espín was a Spanish footballer and manager for RCD Espanyol, also representing the Spain national team and winning multiple Catalan championships and Copa del Rey titles.

1. Overview

Crisant Bosch Espín (Crisant Bosch EspínSpanish; 26 December 1907 - 13 April 1981) was a Spanish footballer who played primarily as a midfielder. Throughout his career, he represented prominent clubs such as RCD Espanyol and Terrassa, and also played for the Spain national team. After his playing career, Bosch Espín transitioned into management, notably coaching RCD Espanyol. His playing achievements include multiple Catalan football championship titles and two Copa del Rey trophies.

2. Early Life

Crisant Bosch Espín was born on 26 December 1907 in Barcelona, within the Catalonia region of Spain. He later died in Barcelona on 13 April 1981.

3. Playing Career

Crisant Bosch Espín had a notable playing career, spanning both club and international football, primarily as a midfielder, though he also played as a forward.

3.1. Club Career

Bosch Espín spent a significant part of his club career playing for RCD Espanyol, a prominent team in Spanish football. He also had a tenure at Terrassa FC. With RCD Espanyol, he achieved considerable success, including multiple victories in the Catalan football championship and the Copa del Rey.

3.2. International Career

Crisant Bosch Espín represented the Spain national team during his playing career. A key highlight of his international participation was his inclusion in the Spain squad for the 1934 FIFA World Cup. During this tournament, he was listed as a forward for the national side.

4. Managerial Career

Following his retirement as a player, Crisant Bosch Espín embarked on a managerial career. He took charge of his former club, RCD Espanyol, serving as their manager in 1946.

5. Honours

Crisant Bosch Espín earned several significant titles during his playing career, primarily with RCD Espanyol:

  • Catalan football championship: 4
    • 1928-29
    • 1932-33
    • 1936-37
    • 1939-40
  • Copa del Rey: 2
    • 1929
    • 1940

6. Death

Crisant Bosch Espín passed away on 13 April 1981 in Barcelona, Catalonia, the same city where he was born.