UD Las Palmas has announced the passing of former player Ángel Sánchez, who played for the team at the age of 49. Sánchez defended the UD Las Palmas shield on 33 occasions, with over 1,300 minutes played.

Who was Ángel Sánchez?

Ángel Sánchez Armas began his stint at UD Las Palmas in the 1996-1997 season, making his official debut on June 15, 1997, against CD Toledo in the Segunda División.

Career as a player

Sánchez played for various teams, including Lanzarote, Vecindario, Universidad de Las Palmas, Eivissa, and L'Hospitalet, scoring 78 goals in 338 games in Segunda B.

Legacy at UD Las Palmas

UD Las Palmas mourns the passing of Ángel Sánchez and offers its condolences to his family and friends. Currently, UD Las Palmas is in 5th place in the Segunda División, with 73 points and a record of 20 wins, 13 draws, and 9 losses in 42 games, with a goal difference of +17.

StatisticValue
League position5th
Points73
Goals scored57
Goals conceded40
Goal difference+17