5 FC Barcelona legends you haven't heard of

Dr Paulino Alcantara in action for FC Barcelona in the early 20th century

#2 Cesar Rodriguez Alvarez

The Wizard of their times: Cesar Alvarez

A true wizard in front of goal and one of Barcelona's most successful players is former forward Cesar Rodriguez Alvarez. Having been on FC Barcelona's books for sixteen years, Alvarez remains a favourite for many of fans who knew him – even long after he retired.

Alvarez scored double-digit figures in all but one of his thirteen years with FC Barcelona, even winning the Pichichi trophy in 1948, having scored 28 goals in all competitions. His honours with the club run long and his contribution was key having been a part of many match-winning moments in key stages of various competitions.

Alvarez won five La Liga trophies with Barcelona at the time. If not for military duty transferring him around the country during the war, he would've gone on to win more and more with the Catalans. He took up management soon after retiring and even accolades there, too.

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