Dani Alves's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 28, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Dani Alves. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Dani Alves is a Brazilian former professional footballer, primarily a right-back, considered one of the best full-backs ever. He holds the record for most trophies won by a footballer, boasting an impressive 43 titles throughout his career.

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2002: Won Copa do Nordeste and Loaned to Sevilla

In 2002, Dani Alves won the Copa do Nordeste with Bahia and was loaned to Sevilla.

2003: FIFA World Youth Championship

In 2003, Dani Alves played in the 2003 FIFA World Youth Championship, where he impressed as Brazil won the tournament. He was named the third-best player of the tournament and the Sevilla move was made permanent.

2007: Copa América Victory

In 2007, Alves played in four matches, including the final against Argentina, where he assisted on an own goal and scored himself in Brazil's 3–0 victory in the Copa América.

2009: Confederations Cup Winning Goal

In 2009, Alves scored the winning goal in the FIFA Confederations Cup semi-final against South Africa, a free-kick in the 88th minute, securing a 1–0 victory for Brazil.

2009: Retained Liga Title and FIFA Club World Cup

In 2009, Dani Alves and Barcelona retained the Liga title and won the FIFA Club World Cup.

2009: Won FIFA Confederations Cup

In 2009, Dani Alves won the FIFA Confederations Cup.

2010: Barcelona's Third Consecutive Liga Title

In the 2010–11 season, Alves was instrumental in Barcelona's winning of their third consecutive Liga title.

May 2011: Champions League Final Win

On 28 May 2011, Dani Alves played in his first Champions League final as Barcelona defeated Manchester United 3–1 at Wembley Stadium to win its fourth European Cup.

2011: Named in IFFHS CONMEBOL Team of the Decade

In 2011, Dani Alves was named in the IFFHS CONMEBOL Team of the Decade (2011–2020).

2011: Won Copa del Rey and Club World Cup

In 2011–12, Dani Alves was part of a Barcelona team that won the Copa del Rey and the Club World Cup.

2012: Won La Liga Title

In 2012–13, Dani Alves won the Liga title for the fourth time in his five seasons at Barça.

2013: FIFA Confederations Cup Victory

In 2013, Alves was part of the Brazil team that won the FIFA Confederations Cup, starting in the 3–0 victory over Spain in the final on June 30, at the Maracanã Stadium.

2013: Won FIFA Confederations Cup and Named to Team of the Tournament

In 2013, Dani Alves won the FIFA Confederations Cup and was named to the FIFA Confederations Cup Team of the Tournament.

June 2015: Champions League Victory

On 6 June 2015, Dani Alves started for Barcelona in the 2015 Champions League final as the club won its fifth European Cup by beating Juventus.

2016: Victory over Monaco

He made his debut for the club on 29 July in the 2017 Trophée des Champions, scoring once and assisting the winning goal for Adrien Rabiot in a 2–1 victory over 2016–17 Ligue 1 champions Monaco.

2016: Won Serie A Title and Coppa Italia

In his one season in Turin, Dani Alves won the 2016–17 Serie A title and 2016–17 Coppa Italia.

May 2017: Champions League Qualification and Coppa Italia Win

In May 2017, Dani Alves scored and assisted in Juventus's Champions League qualification, scored in the Coppa Italia Final, and appeared in the Champions League Final.

2017: Coupe de France Final

On 8 May 2018, Dani Alves started in the 2018 Coupe de France Final, as PSG defeated Les Herbiers VF 2–0 to clinch the 2017–18 Coupe de France title; he sustained an injury.

May 2018: Coupe de France Final

On 8 May 2018, Dani Alves started in the 2018 Coupe de France Final, as PSG defeated Les Herbiers VF 2–0 to clinch the 2017–18 Coupe de France title; he sustained an injury.

August 2019: Debut and Goal for São Paulo

In August 2019, Dani Alves debuted for São Paulo, scoring the only goal in a 1–0 league win over Ceará. He also received the number 10 shirt and was made the first team captain upon his arrival.

2019: Won Copa América and Awarded Best Player

In 2019, Dani Alves won the Copa América tournament and was awarded the Copa América Best Player award.

2020: Won Gold Medal at Summer Olympics

In 2020, Dani Alves won a gold medal at the Summer Olympics.

2021: Return to Defensive Role and Title Win

In 2021, manager Hernán Crespo shifted Alves back to a right-sided wingback position and gave the captain's armband to Miranda. In May 2021, he won the Campeonato Paulista with São Paulo, marking his 42nd career title and ending the club's 8-year trophy drought.

February 2022: Goal and Red Card for Barcelona

In February 2022, Alves scored his first goal since returning to Barcelona in a 4–2 win over Atlético Madrid, also providing an assist. However, he was also sent off for a foul during the same match.

November 2023: Alves wins tax fraud case

On 16 November 2023, Dani Alves won a tax fraud case related to reporting to Spain tax authorities concerning his image rights earnings during the 2009-10 and 2010-11 seasons while he was a Barcelona player. As a result, he received a €3.2 million payout.