Marcos Antonio Rojas Porras (born 8 November 1952) is a Costa Rican retired footballer. He is considered by some as the best goalkeeper in Costa Rica's history.
Club career Rojas played almost his entire career for Deportivo Saprissa, where he is still regarded as an idol.Afición elige a Marco Antonio Rojas el mejor portero en la historia del Saprissa - Al Día He played a total of 17 seasons, winning seven national titles, including a record six consecutive titles, and three "Fraternidad" international championships with Saprissa, amassing a total of 331 games.Lonnis se marchó dejando un record difícil de romper - UNAFUT He also played for CartaginésConste que dijo 'piñazo' - Al Día and Limonense in 1988.Porteros ticos con más de dos años sin goles - Nación
In 2007, Rojas was nominated for a place in Costa Rica's sports hall of fame.Gámez, Rojas y siete más son candidatos a la Galería del Deporte - Nación
International career Rojas also played for the Costa Rica national football team during the 70's and 80's. He was Costa Rica's captain during the 1984 Olympic Games held in Los Angeles, in which the Ticos beat the then World Cup Champions Italy (1-0). He represented his country in 6 FIFA World Cup qualification matches. He also represented Costa Rica at the 1975 Pan American Games in Mexico.Pan-American Games 1975 (Mexico) - Match Details
Personal life Rojas is married to television presenter Vicky Chávez and they had two daughters, their oldest was killed in a car accident in February 2011.Exportero Marco Antonio Rojas pierde a hija en choque - Al Día
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