Mourning in Colombian professional football: Historic Millonarios and Colombia National Team player passed away
Colombian professional football is in mourning after the confirmation this Sunday of the death of Alonso López Palacio, better known in the sports world as "Pocillo" López.
TL;DR
- Alonso "Pocillo" López Palacio, a renowned former Colombian professional footballer, passed away at the age of 69.
- He was a significant player during the 1970s and 1980s, known for his time with Millonarios FC, where he played 341 matches and won the 1978 league title.
- López also represented Independiente Medellín and Once Caldas, and was a member of the Colombian National Team, participating in various qualifiers and tournaments.
- His career was characterized by speed, tactical discipline, and attacking prowess from his left-back position.