Cristiano Dias


Cristiano Fagundes Dias, commonly known simply as Cristiano, is a Brazilian footballer who most recently played for Puerto Rico FC in the North American Soccer League.

Career

Brazil

Cristiano began his playing career in his native Brazil, and has played for several lower-division Brazilian clubs, including São Carlos, São Bento, Osasco, and Desportivo Brasil

United States

Cristiano signed with Miami FC prior to its inaugural season in the USL First Division in 2007, having previously played for the team's original head coach Chiquinho de Assis, and became a mainstay of the team's defensive line. He played for Miami during four seasons.
On March 22, 2011, Cristiano signed with NSC Minnesota Stars of the North American Soccer League. and also won the NASL championship in the same year being one of the most important player in the Minnesota defensive line.
After nearly 100 appearances with Minnesota United, Cristiano signed with NASL expansion side Puerto Rico FC on March 30, 2016.

Honours

2011 North American Soccer League season Champion with Minnesota United FC
2012 North American Soccer League season Runner Up with Minnesota United FC
2014 North American Soccer League season Spring Season Champion with Minnesota United FC
2016 Copa Luis Villarejo Champion with Puerto Rico FC