Rincón, Freddy Eusebio Valencia

Santos & Colombia

Birthdate: August 14, 1966
Birthplace: Buenaventura, Colombia
Height: 1.87 mts
Weight: 80 kgs
Position: Midfielder
International: 83 caps, 16 goals (as of August 16, 2000)
World Cups: 3 (1990, 1994, 1998)
Previous Clubs: America Cali, Santa Fe, Palmeiras, Napoli, Real Madrid, Palmeiras, Santos, Corinthians
Transfer Fee: -
Lanky player who deceptively gives the impression that he is clumsy and not always in control of the ball. In fact, he possesses the deftest of touches and likes to indulge in all kinds of clever flicks and backheels. Moved from Corinthians to Santos in February '00 after helping Corinthians to the inaugural World Club Championship title. Has played for his country in three World Cups but has never showed his best on the international stage. Revived his career with Sao Paulo club Corinthians after a difficult period in Europe and is now one of the most respected players in Brazil. Left Real Madrid after a short and unhappy period, when he claimed he received hostile treatment from the fans.