Rodrigo Goldberg - Biography

Rodrigo Goldberg (born August 9, 1971) is a former Chilean international football player. As a player, he gained national notoriety in Israel for his talented play with Maccabi Tel Aviv and good use of the Hebrew language. Today, he works as a commentator on Canal del Fútbol in Chile.

Time in Israel

Goldberg was an integral part of the Maccabi Tel Aviv squad that took back to back cup titles and a league championship thereafter. He had a strained relationship with club captain, Avi Nimni, and even verbally criticized him in the Israeli media before returning to Chile.

Return to Chile

After playing for four seasons in Israel, Goldberg returned to his native Chile to play for Santiago Morning. During a club match against Palestino, he was subjected to anti-semitic abuse from the oppositions supporters because of his polish and German Jewish background.

Honours

Club

• Universidad de Chile
  • Primera División de Chile (2): 1994, 1995

• Israel State Cup (2):
  • 2001, 2002
• Israeli Premier League (1):
  • 2002–03

Footnotes

External links

• Profile and statistics of Rodrigo Goldberg on One.co.il
• Limited profile of Rodrigo Goldberg on the Base de datos del futbol Argentino