Is Alessandro Santos A-List?
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No — Alessandro Santos is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1997D$0.05M
Begins Career in Japan
Starts his career in Japan, playing for Shimizu S-Pulse.
2002C▲$0.5M+$0.45M
World Cup Appearance
Represents Japan in the 2002 World Cup, increasing his profile.
2003B▲$1M+$0.5M
AFC Asian Cup Winner
Wins the AFC Asian Cup with Japan, cementing his status.
2006B$1.5M+$0.5M
World Cup Squad Member
Selected for the Japan squad for the 2006 World Cup.
2009C▼$2M+$0.5M
Plays in Brazil
Returns to Brazil to play for a brief period.
2011C$2.3M+$0.2999999999999998M
Returns to Japan
Plays for FC Gifu in the J2 League.
2016C$2.8M+$0.5M
Retires from Football
Announces his retirement from professional football.
2026C$3M+$0.20000000000000018M
Football Ambassador
Involved in football development and ambassadorial roles.
Last updated: February 21, 2026