René Carmans facts for kids

René Carmans (born March 16, 1945 – died July 18, 2020) was a famous Belgian footballer. He was known for playing as a goalkeeper, which is the player who protects the goal. People often called him the ‘Black Panther’ because he always wore black clothes when he played.

Who Was René Carmans?

René Carmans played for a football team called K.F.C. Diest. He joined the team in 1962 and stayed with them until 1975. From 1964 until the middle of the 1970s, he was the main goalkeeper for the team. This means he was the first choice to play in goal for many years.

His Life and Passing

René Carmans was born in 1945. He lived to be 75 years old. He passed away on July 18, 2020, due to a heart condition.