Position: Defender
Born: 13.02.81
Club: Benfica

Luisao plays a key role for his club side Benfica, using his height, superb tackling skills and man-marking ability to great effect.

His performances for the Portuguese giants have sparked interest from some of the top European clubs, showing that this man has made some impact on the football world.

Luisao has already enjoyed cup success for club and country, wining the Copa America and Portuguese Cup, and the World Cup would complete a memorable hat-trick for the 25-year-old stopper.