Known for immaculate tackling, timing and defensive elegance. Biggest achievements: World Cup Team of the Tournament recognition in 1998 and standout careers in Brazil and Europe.
One rank above: José Luis Chilavert at #2.
One rank below: José Saturnino Cardozo at #4.
Paraguay's editorial top five: Arsenio Erico · José Luis Chilavert · Carlos Gamarra · José Saturnino Cardozo · Julio César Romero.