Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Alisson Becker

Discover the career path of Alisson Becker, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Alisson Ramsés Becker, commonly known as Alisson, is a Brazilian professional footballer renowned as a goalkeeper for Liverpool and the Brazil national team, where he serves as vice-captain. Celebrated for his exceptional reflexes, shot-stopping capabilities, and strategic positioning, Alisson is broadly considered one of the premier goalkeepers globally, and is also considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2002: Joined Internacional's academy

In 2002, Alisson joined Internacional's academy at the age of ten.

February 2013: Senior Debut for Internacional

On 17 February 2013, Alisson made his senior debut for Internacional in a Campeonato Gaúcho match against Cruzeiro-RS.

August 2013: Série A Debut

On 25 August 2013, Alisson made his Série A debut for Internacional against Goiás.

2013: Senior Debut for Internacional

In 2013, Alisson made his senior debut for Internacional, progressing from the youth setup.

2015: Senior International Debut for Brazil

In 2015, Alisson made his senior international debut for Brazil after representing them at various youth levels.

February 2016: Signed pre-contract with Roma

In February 2016, Alisson signed a pre-contract with Italian club Roma for a €7.5 million fee.

May 2016: Named in Brazil's Copa América Squad

In May 2016, Alisson was named in Brazil's 23-man squad for the Copa América Centenario.

May 2016: Last game for Internacional

On 15 May 2016, Alisson played his last game for Internacional, keeping a clean sheet against Chapecoense.

July 2016: Completed Transfer to Roma

In July 2016, Alisson completed his transfer to Italian Serie A club Roma.

July 2016: Signed for Roma

In July 2016, Alisson signed for Roma, marking a significant step in his professional career.

August 2016: Debut for Roma

On 17 August 2016, Alisson made his debut for Roma in a UEFA Champions League draw with Porto.

2016: Represented Brazil at the Copa América

In 2016, Alisson represented Brazil at the Copa América tournament.

2017: Serie A Debut and Strong Performances

In 2017, Alisson made his Serie A debut and had strong performances including praise in the Champions League.

May 2018: Champions League Semi-Final Appearance

In May 2018, Alisson played in the Champions League semi-final against Liverpool, where Roma won 4-2 but lost on aggregate 7-6.

May 2018: Selected for 2018 World Cup Squad

In May 2018, Alisson was selected in the final 23-man squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

July 2018: Signed for Liverpool

In July 2018, Liverpool signed Alisson for a fee of £66.8 million (€72.5 million), which was the most expensive goalkeeper transfer at that time.

2018: Represented Brazil at the FIFA World Cup

In 2018, Alisson represented Brazil at the FIFA World Cup.

May 2019: Appointed a goodwill ambassador by the World Health Organization (WHO)

In May 2019, Alisson was appointed a goodwill ambassador by the World Health Organization (WHO).

May 2019: Included in Brazil's Copa América Squad

In May 2019, Alisson was included by manager Tite in Brazil's 23-man squad for the 2019 Copa América on home soil.

2019: Switch to Number 1 Shirt

In 2019, after his first season, Alisson switched from wearing the number 13 shirt to the number 1 shirt for the 2019–20 season.

January 2020: Assisted Mohamed Salah's Goal

On 19 January 2020, Alisson assisted Mohamed Salah's 93rd-minute goal in a 2-0 win against Manchester United.

September 2020: First Penalty Save for Liverpool

On 20 September 2020, Alisson saved a penalty in Liverpool's league game against Chelsea, marking his first penalty save for the club.

May 2021: Scored Dramatic Late Winner

On 16 May 2021, Alisson scored a dramatic late winner in a 2-1 victory against West Bromwich Albion, becoming the first goalkeeper to score in a competitive match for Liverpool.

June 2021: Started in Brazil's opening match of the 2021 Copa América

On June 13, 2021, Alisson started in Brazil's opening match of the 2021 Copa América, keeping a clean sheet in a 3–0 win over Venezuela.

June 2021: Included in Brazil's preliminary squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics

On June 15, 2021, Alisson was included in Brazil's 50-man preliminary squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics, though he was not included in the final squad.

August 2021: Signed New Contract Extension

On 4 August 2021, Alisson signed a new contract extension with Liverpool to stay until the summer of 2027.

2021: Represented Brazil at the Copa América

In 2021, Alisson represented Brazil at the Copa América tournament.

October 2022: Assisted Mohamed Salah and Saved a Penalty

In October 2022, Alisson assisted Mohamed Salah and saved a penalty from Jarrod Bowen, also named Liverpool's Player of the Month.

November 2022: Named in the squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

In November 2022, Alisson was named in the squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. He played 2 group stage games before being rested against Cameroon, then started both knockout matches, although he was subbed out in the 80th minute against South Korea. Brazil were defeated by Croatia in the quarter-finals.

2022: Represented Brazil at the FIFA World Cup

In 2022, Alisson represented Brazil at the FIFA World Cup.

May 2024: Included in Brazil's squad for the 2024 Copa América

In May 2024, Alisson was included in Brazil's squad for the 2024 Copa América, where they lost to Uruguay on penalties in the quarter-finals.

November 2024: Extended the contract with his agency, Neis World Sports

On November 28, 2024, it was reported that Alisson has extended the contract with his agency, Neis World Sports that will see the latter remains as the agent for the goalkeeper.

December 2024: Return From Injury in UEFA Champions League

On 10 December 2024, Alisson marked his return from injury by keeping a clean sheet in Liverpool's 0–1 away win against Girona in the UEFA Champions League.