Radamel Falcao , known as `` El Tigre , '' is one of the world 's most lethal strikers . Spanish fired Spanish club Radamel Falcao to Porto glory age 13 . The 26-year-old , a pro since age 13 , is the son of a former professional footballer . The top four of the nine competing nations will automatically qualify for Brazil , while the fifth-placed team goes into a playoff against an Asia confederation side . Falcao scored 36 goals last year and has 18 in Spain so far this season .
Radamel Falcao , known as `` El Tigre , '' is one of the world 's most lethal strikers . Spanish fired Spanish club Radamel Falcao to Porto glory age 13 . The 26-year-old , a pro since age 13 , is the son of a former professional footballer . Falcao scored 36 goals last year and has 18 in Spain so far this season .