As the world watches the football tournament in Qatar, one name that has been on everyone's lips is Falcao. The Colombian forward, who was born in Medellin, Colombia, started his career with Atlético Madrid before moving to Chelsea and then Manchester United.
But it was at Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia where he truly found his feet as a top-class striker. He made his debut for the club in 2017 and quickly established himself as one of the most dangerous forwards in the league. His goal record at Al-Ittihad is simply staggering, with him scoring over 50 goals in just three seasons.
One of his most memorable moments came during the 2018 AFC Champions League final against Ulsan Hyundai. Falcao scored two brilliant goals in extra time to help Al-Ittihad win the title and lift their first major trophy since the early 1990s.
Since leaving Al-Ittihad, Falcao has continued to perform at a high level, scoring crucial goals for Monaco and Atletico Madrid. But it was at the World Cup in Russia that he really cemented his place as one of the best strikers in the world. He scored five goals in the tournament, including a stunning penalty kick against Belgium in the quarter-finals.
Despite facing competition from other strikers such as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, Falcao remains one of the most feared attackers in the game. And with his impressive goal record at Al-Ittihad, it's no surprise that he is considered a legend in Saudi Arabian football.