Fluminense keeper breaks Shilton appearance record
Summary
Brazilian goalkeeper Fabio deivson lopes maciel, known as Fabio, has set a new record for the most official matches played in world football. He played his 1,391st game, surpassing former record-holder Peter Shilton, as his team Fluminense won a Copa Sudamericana match.Key Facts
- Fabio has played 1,391 official games, breaking Peter Shilton's previous record.
- He has spent his entire career in Brazil, having played for Uniao Bandeirante, Atletico Paranaense, Vasco da Gama, Cruzeiro, and Fluminense.
- The majority of his appearances (976) were with Cruzeiro from 2005 to 2022.
- Fabio joined Fluminense in 2022 and won the Copa Libertadores with them in 2023.
- He has never played for Brazil's senior national team despite winning the Under-19 World Cup in 1997.
- Fluminense has extended his contract until December 2026.
- Fabio has achieved a record 507 clean sheets during his career.
- Fans and the club celebrated his record-breaking game at the Maracana Stadium.
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