Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio has broken the record held by former England international Peter Shilton for most competitive appearances in world football, according to his club.

Brazilian goalkeeper Fabio Deivson Lopes Maciel has surpassed former England international Peter Shilton's record for the most competitive appearances in men's football during Fluminense's 2-0 victory over América de Cali in the Copa Sudamericana last-16 tie.

Fluminense’s veteran goalkeeper, Fabio, has written his name into football history after becoming the player with the most competitive appearances in men’s football. The 44-year-old set the milestone on Tuesday night at the iconic Maracanã,