Alessandro, a native of Brazil, moved to the area several years ago after playing professional soccer in Costa Rica and Brazil for over 10 years.  He has played for Municipal Liberia and Asociacion Deportiva San Carlos, as well as several other first division Central and South American teams. 

In the 1999 season, Alessandro was named "Best Foreign Player" by UNAFUT in Costa Rica.

 In addition to his work for FC Pittsburgh, Alessandro has been a member of the North Allegheny High School coaching staff for the past 3 years and he has worked as a trainer for the LaRoche Women’s Soccer team. 

Alessandro holds a State Diploma and Goalkeeping Diploma from NSCAA.