Jean Nicolay made a goalkeeper a full-fledged player. Until then, goalkeepers were only there to stop balls and kick them away, and for show. Nicolay was not afraid of spectacle either and was the first goalkeeper to play like a field player. A real all-rounder who possessed all the qualities a goalkeeper needs: strong on the line, fearless when coming out of goal, solid when punching and catching the ball. He had great reflexes and was a true character and winner. He was the first goalkeeper to win the Golden Boot.