Andrés Escobar 1967 – 1994

Biography

Andrés Escobar was born on March 13, 1967, in Rasht and Khomam, beginning a life that would touch Colombian football history. He grew up in Colombia and dedicated himself to the sport, becoming a footballer whose talent and presence would be remembered by those who knew him and followed his career.

Throughout his time as a footballer, Escobar demonstrated the skill and passion that defined his commitment to the game. His career placed him among Colombia’s athletic community during a significant era in the nation’s sports history. He was known within football circles for his contributions to the sport he loved.

Andrés Escobar passed away on July 2, 1994, in Medellín at the age of 27, a loss felt by his family and the Colombian football community. He was laid to rest at San Pedro Cementerio in Medellín, Colombia, where he is remembered. Though his life was brief, his legacy remains part of Colombian football’s narrative, honored by those who cherish the memory of a talented athlete whose time on earth left an impression on the sport and the people whose lives he touched.