Overview
René Higuita invented the scorpion kick, clearing a Jamie Redknapp shot at Wembley in 1995 by diving forward and heeling the ball over his own head with both feet. It remains the most famous single act by any goalkeeper.
He played as a sweeper-keeper decades before the term was common, roaming far outside his area to join attacks — a habit that cost Colombia a goal against Cameroon at the 1990 World Cup. He also took free kicks and penalties, scoring three international goals.
Clubs
International record: 68 caps and 3 goals for Colombia.
Millonarios1985–1986
Atlético Nacional1986–1991, 1997–1999, 2007–2008
Valladolid1991–1992
Veracruz1996–1997
Aucas2004–2005
Honours
Major team and individual honours.
Copa Libertadores 1989
Categoría Primera A ×3
World Cup Appearances
René Higuita was named in the squad for one FIFA World Cup.
1990
Other Colombia Internationals
Other players profiled for this national team.