René Higuita

Awards & Honours

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René Higuita's place in football history is secured by his unique achievements. He is one of the top 10 highest-scoring goalkeepers of all time with 41 goals, a remarkable feat for a player in his position. His Scorpion Kick is arguably the most famous save ever made, repeated in highlight reels for decades. IFFHS ranked him the 8th best South American goalkeeper in history, and his influence on the sweeper-keeper role can be seen in modern goalkeepers like Manuel Neuer.

AwardsHiguita won the Copa Libertadores with Atlético Nacional in 1989 and the Colombian Primera A championship in 1994. In 2009, he received the Golden Foot Football Legend award, recognizing his lasting impact on the sport.

Honours & Distinctions

IFFHS 8th Best South American Goalkeeper

IFFHS·2000

Ranked 8th best South American goalkeeper in history.

Golden Foot Football Legend

Golden Foot·2009

Awarded for his contributions to football.

Rankings & Lists

IFFHS Best South American Goalkeeper of the 20th Century

IFFHS·2000

#Top 10

Top 10 Highest-Scoring Goalkeepers

Various·2024

Records & Feats

Invented the Scorpion Kick

Career Milestone·1995

Performed the first and most famous Scorpion Kick save during a friendly against England at Wembley on September 6, 1995.

41 Career Goals as a Goalkeeper

Career Milestone·2009

Scored 41 goals (some sources say 43) during his professional career, placing him among the top 10 highest-scoring goalkeepers in football history.