Navarro Montoya Dynasty Lives On: Three Generations Between the Posts
Facundo Trotta Arrieta
Dailysports's expert
This Sunday, the match between Germinal de Rawson and Santamarina de Tandil in Argentina’s Federal A league features more than just a clash for three points. It also showcases the legacy of a footballing family: the Navarro Montoyas, with three generations of goalkeepers.
Carlos Fernando Navarro Montoya, former Boca Juniors goalkeeper, is now head coach of Santamarina. Guarding the net is his son, Ezequiel, a 27-year-old Spanish-born keeper with experience at clubs like Rayo Vallecano, Fuenlabrada, and Villa Dálmine. He now defends Santamarina’s goal, coached by the man who once defined it.
The story begins with Ricardo Jorge Navarro, Carlos’s father and Ezequiel’s grandfather, who played for Once Caldas in Colombia. Carlos was born there and carried on the family tradition as an iconic keeper. Now, his son continues that path in Argentina's third division.
Despite the family bond, professionalism reigns. “He has the same responsibilities as every teammate,” said the Mono, making it clear that on the field, father and son remain just coach and player.
As Santamarina pushes for a strong campaign, the Navarro Montoya name is once again part of Argentina’s football narrative — a story of gloves, saves, and shared passion that spans generations.
