Brazilian shot stopper Diego Cavalieri had not played any football outside of his native Brazil before he was snapped up by Premier League heavyweights Liverpool in July 2008. Sao Paulo-born Cavalieri began his career at Palmeiras in the Brazilian league.

Diego Cavalieri made his Palmeiras debut in the big win over Rio Claro on June 24, 2002. He was in goal during the game which ended in a 4-0 victory for his team. (more…)