Rogerio Ceni announces retirement
At 42 years old, Rogerio Ceni announced his retirement from football. The goalkeeper was unable to play in the match between Sao Paulo and Goias for the final round of the Brasileirao. However, after the end of this match, he delivered the sad news to the fans of 'Tri'.
A career in Sao Paulo
Although he couldn't play in Sao Paulo's game, Rogerio Ceni is leaving peacefully because his team secured a spot in the 2016 Copa Libertadores. In fact, the goalkeeper developed almost his entire career at Sao Paulo. However, the '1' made his professional debut with Sinop FC in 1990.
Leaving a mark in football
After playing 1241 professional games, Rogerio Ceni is leaving the field. The Brazilian goalkeeper leaves the field, but his name is written in football history. The former goalkeeper scored 131 goals throughout his career, including penalties and free kicks.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Rogerio Ceni, with Sao Paulo and the Brazilian national team, won 26 titles, including 10 domestic and 16 international. Among the highlights, he won the 2002 Japan-Korea World Cup, three Copa Libertadores, two Intercontinental Cups, and a Club World Cup.