Probably the most recognizable Colombian soccer player of all time, Carlos Valderrama had an unmistakable blonde Afro to go along with his equally flamboyant and mesmeric technique on the ball. Nicknamed El Pibe, or “The Kid”, he was one of Colombia’s greats and enjoyed a successful career internationally for the national team, as well as at the club level in Colombia, Europe, and even in the MLS. His superb play along with his easily recognizable curly blonde hair and shiny jewelry made him a fan favorite around the world. He is originally from Santa Marta and still has ties to the city where he grew up. They even constructed a giant bronze statue of the goldilocked player outside their home stadium in honor of their most beloved son.
Provavelmente, um dos jogadores de futebol e mais famoso de todos os tempos. Carlos Valderrama tinha um cabelo loiro encaracolado inconfundível , sem falar em suas super técnicas extravagantes e de hipnotizar qualquer um quando se tinha uma bola nos pés. El Pibe, como ele é conhecido, foi um dos grandes nomes do futebol e sua carreira teve repercussão mundial. Sucesso total na Colômbia, Europa e até mesmo na MLS (maior liga de futebol do mundo). Natural de Santa Marta, sua estátua de bronze, feita por seu filho não poderia demostrar melhor a grande e incrível figura que és.
Super cool to know that his son made the statue.
What a honor !!!