Alexandre Escobar Ferreira (2 January 1972 – 18 July 1992), simply known as Alexandre, was a Brazilian football goalkeeper who played for São Paulo FC.
Career Alexandre was touted as Zetti's chosen successor, an honour that went to Rogério Ceni after Zetti himself left. His most memorable match was against Nacional in the 1992 Copa Libertadores.
Death Around 6:30 am on July 18, 1992, at km 13.5 on the Castelo Branco Highway, Alexandre lost control of his car and crashed into a barrier. He was taken to the University of São Paulo Hospital, but did not recover. His funeral was held at the CT da Barra Funda.
Honours São Paulo Campeonato Brasileiro: 1991 Campeonato Paulista: 1991 Copa Libertadores: 1992
Brazil U17
1986 South American U-16 Championship: Runners-up
See also List of association football players who died during their careers
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