Diego Alves: Biography, Facts and Career
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Diego Alves Carreira (born 24 June 1985), known as Diego Alves, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. Having begun his career at Atlético Mineiro in Brazil, he spent most of it in Spain with Almería and Valencia, making 269 La Liga appearances during the decade he played in Spain, during which time he stopped a record 23 penalty kicks. In 2017 he returned to Brazil, and won several honours with Flamengo, including the Copa Libertadores in 2019. Alves was part of the Brazilian squad which won a bronze medal at the 2008 Olympics, and made his senior international debut in 2011. He represented the latter at the Copa América Centenario.
Quick facts about Diego Alves
- Full name: Diego Alves
- Born: 1985-06-24
- Nationality: Italy
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q313082
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Who is Diego Alves?
Diego Alves Carreira (born 24 June 1985), known as Diego Alves, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. Having begun his career at Atlético Mineiro in Brazil, he spent most of it in Spain with Almería and Valencia, making 269 La Liga appearances during the decade he played in Spain, during which time he stopped a record 23 penalty kicks.
What nationality is Diego Alves?
Diego Alves is Italy.
When was Diego Alves born?
Diego Alves was born on 1985-06-24.
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