 Fábio was called up to most of Brazil's friendlies in August and September 2006.Being called up by Brazilian head coach Dunga for a friendly against Norway in Oslo on 16 August 2006, though never had playing time, the game ended 1–1.He was also called up to play against Argentina and Wales on 3 and 5 September 2006, respectively, but again, he did not play in these matches, as Gomes remained Brazil's number 1 under Dunga at that time.