René Higuita

ABOUT RENé HIGUITA

Former Colombian goalkeeper who pioneered a daring playing style that involved leaving the goal to pass, dribble, and even shoot. He is the fourth all-time leading goal-scorer for keepers with 41 career goals.

He began his youth career at Millonarios.

He was nicknamed "El Loco" for his risky style of play.

He has three children: Andres, Pamela, and Cindy.

Cameroon striker Roger Milla scored on him to knock Colombia out of the 1990 World Cup.