Former Colombian goalkeeper and inventor of the historic ‘scorpion kick’, René Higuita, is set to deliver a keynote address to 4,000 attendees at the upcoming SBC Summit Latinoamérica.
Fearless Football: René Higuita’s Game-Changing Impact will kick off the conference programme on Wednesday, October 30th, the first core day of the event, which takes place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Miami, from October 29th to 31st.
Earlier this year, Betsson named Higuita as a Brand Ambassador and collaborated with SBC to bring the iconic goalkeeper to the SBC Summit Latinoamérica stage, and Andrea Rossi, Commercial Director at Betsson LatAm, will lead the interview.
Higuita will provide delegates with a first-hand account of his experience as a professional footballer in South America, detailing his approach to goalkeeping, the world-renowned ‘scorpion kick’ and his decision to play primarily in South America throughout his career.
He will also discuss the powerful lessons his journey offers for driving change, challenging conventions and staying ahead in today’s fast-evolving sports landscape.
René Higuita says: “Over the past decade, sports fans have gained unprecedented access to more games than ever before, alongside detailed athlete analytics and the ability to express opinions on social media globally.
“Having observed the evolution of football and the broader sporting landscape over the past 50 years, I am excited to offer delegates an exclusive insight into the world of South American football and the rich cultural developments that have shaped it.”
Rasmus Sojmark, Founder & CEO of SBC, adds: “As a huge football fan, it is an incredible honour to have such a legendary player at SBC Summit Latinoamérica.
“René Higuita is widely credited with pioneering the ‘sweeper keeper’ role, transforming the position with his bold style of play and inspiring millions.”
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