Former Inter Milan goalkeeper Julio Cesar has leapt to the defence of Alisson Becker after hearing the criticism that has come the way of the Liverpool star for his role in Brazil's World Cup exit.
The Selecao were eliminated from the tournament in Qatar at the quarter-final stage, having drawn 1-1 with Croatia after 120 minutes of action before losing 4-2 on penalties. Alisson was unable to keep out any of the spot-kicks he faced as his country suffered a surprise early exit.
Prior to this match, the Reds' No.1 was largely untested in group stage matches against Switzerland and Serbia and was effective when called upon versus South Korea in the Round of 16. Some supporters were left disappointed regardless, however, after feeling the 30-year-old could have performed to a greater level against Croatia.
