Brazilian goalkeeper Fabio equals Shilton record for most games played
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Yahoo Finance
Updated: Aug 17 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Record Achievement: Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio has matched Peter Shilton's record for most competitive appearances in men's football, reaching 1,390 matches during a Brazilian league game.
Career Highlights: At 44 years old, Fabio has spent his entire career in Brazil, winning the Copa Libertadores with Fluminense and is set to become the outright record holder if he plays in an upcoming Copa Sudamericana match.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
