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Man City star Ederson inspired by Rogerio Ceni - the goalkeeper who scored 131 times

Manchester City star Ederson admits to having been inspired by Rogerio Ceni, the former Sao Paulo keeper who recorded a record-setting 131 goals in his remarkable club career.

Despite filling a position between the sticks, Ceni could often be found influencing proceedings at the opposite end of the field.

Having shown himself to be the master of a dead ball, the South American legend was entrusted with penalty and free-kick duty at Sao Paulo.

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A place in the history books has been locked down, with it unlikely that any other goalkeeper will ever get close to his stunning tally of goals.