Samuel proves being short is no problem for a good keeper


First in line: Samuel Somerville leads his Penang teammates as they are given a guard of honour during their final league match against Terengganu II. — Photo courtesy of Penang FA

PETALING JAYA: Football goalkeepers are usually big and tall.

However, there are exceptions. Take Colombia’s legendary goalkeeper Rene Higuita who is only 1.76m tall while former Mexican keeper Jorge Campos, known for his colourful jerseys, is only 1.68m and played for his country 130 times.

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