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Higuita pioneered what kind of goalkeeping responsibility?

  • Communication

  • Footwork

  • Cross gathering

  • Situational play farther from goal

Answer

Situational play farther from goal, pioneered by Colombian goalkeeper René Higuita, involves the goalkeeper acting as a sweeper-keeper, anticipating and intercepting passes, and initiating attacks by distributing the ball with their feet. This style of goalkeeping emphasizes agility and positional awareness, allowing the goalkeeper to contribute actively to the team's overall play and potentially influencing the outcome of matches.
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