Can you name the top 50 footballers since the turn of the Century according to a recent poll (2015)?
NOTE* - Several great players may have started their careers before 2000, and so may not feature or may be ranked lower than expected. Also this list is based more on ability, not success collectively, although that is taken into account.
I didn't make the list myself but even still, its impossible to argue against his inclusion, particularly during 2009-2011, where he was among the worlds top players, not just defenders. He was so much more than a defender, almost a false winger, probably the best offensive fullback since Roberto Carlos. People seem to have very short term memories and only remember him when he lost his pace and became less effective, but still, if you're ranking the top 50, Alves is 100% among them