Alisson Becker, full name Álisson Ramsés Becker, is a Brazilian professional footballer widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world.
Born on October 2, 1992, in Novo Hamburgo, Brazil, the shot-stopper plays for Premier League club Liverpool and the Brazil national team.
Known for his commanding presence, exceptional shot-stopping, distribution, and composure, Alisson has broken records as one of the most expensive goalkeepers in history and has earned numerous individual accolades throughout his career.
Siblings
Alisson has an older brother named Muriel Becker, who is also a professional goalkeeper.
Muriel developed at Internacional alongside Alisson and has played for several clubs in Brazil and abroad, including stints in Portugal.
The brothers share a close bond, with Alisson often citing Muriel as a major inspiration both as a goalkeeper and as a person.
Career
Alisson joined Internacional’s academy in 2002 and progressed through the youth ranks.
He made his senior debut in 2013, initially serving as backup to his brother Muriel.
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He gradually established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper, helping the club win multiple state championships (Gaúcho titles).
His performances in Brazil earned him a move to Italian club Roma in 2016, where he quickly became a standout performer and was named Serie A Goalkeeper of the Year for the 2017–18 season.
In July 2018, Liverpool signed Alisson for a then-world-record fee for a goalkeeper of around £66.8 million.
He made an immediate impact, playing a pivotal role in the club’s 2019 UEFA Champions League triumph and the 2019–20 Premier League title win.
Over the following seasons, he has been a cornerstone of the team, contributing to further successes including FA Cup, EFL Cup, and additional Premier League titles.
Known for his ability to score crucial goals from open play on rare occasions, Alisson has surpassed 250 appearances for Liverpool while maintaining elite-level consistency.
Internationally, Alisson has been Brazil’s primary goalkeeper since 2015.
He has featured in multiple Copa América tournaments, winning the 2019 edition and earning best goalkeeper honors, as well as appearing in the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups.
Accolades
Alisson’s trophy cabinet includes major club honors such as the UEFA Champions League (2019), Premier League titles (2019–20 and 2024–25), FA Cup (2022), multiple EFL Cups, the FIFA Club World Cup, and UEFA Super Cup.
On the international stage, he won the Copa América in 2019.
Individually, he has been recognized as The Best FIFA Goalkeeper (2019), winner of the inaugural Yashin Trophy, Premier League Golden Glove winner, and Serie A Goalkeeper of the Year.
He has also been named in the FIFA FIFPRO Men’s World 11 on multiple occasions and received several best goalkeeper awards at continental tournaments.
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