Carlos Padrós
Carlos Padrós Rubió, also known as Carles Padrós Rubió (9 November 1870 – 30 December 1950) was a Spanish politician, businessman and football pioneer who was the 3rd President of Real Madrid. He was a member of the Spanish Liberal Party until its dissolution in 1931.
Carlos Padrós | |
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A portrtait of Padrós in 1904 | |
| 3rd President of Real Madrid | |
| In office January 1904 – 1908 | |
| Preceded by | Juan Padrós |
| Succeeded by | Adolfo Meléndez |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Carlos Padrós Rubió 9 November 1870 Barcelona, Kingdom of Spain |
| Died | 30 December 1950 (aged 80) Madrid, Spanish State |
| Political party | Liberal Party (until 1931) |
| Occupation | Politician, businessman |
Padrós was a founding member of Real Madrid and later served as club President between January 1904 and 1908, succeeding his brother Juan. He was also the driving force behind the Copa del Rey and refereed the first ever final.
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