Mario Montoya (footballer)
# Mario Montoya (footballer)

Mario Arnoldo Montoya (born in El Salvador) was a Salvadoran footballer.

## Club career

A free-kick specialist, Montoya played for Atlético España, Juventud Olímpica and others between 1947 and 1957.

## International career

Nicknamed Marilet, Montoya was part of the national team that won the 1954 Central American and Caribbean Games. Alongside the famous Juan Francisco Barraza, he scored three goals during the tournament. He also scored twice against Panama a year earlier at the CCCF Championship.

## Retirement

After retiring he became a salesman of birdcages.

