Liga Portugal is the top division of professional football in Portugal. It is organised and operated by the Portuguese Football Federation and is contested by 18 teams.
It is one of the most competitive leagues in Europe and is renowned for its high quality of play and the talent of its players. The season runs from August to May, with each team playing each other twice, once at home and once away.
The team at the top of the table at the end of the season is crowned champions. The bottom two teams are relegated to the lower division and the top two teams qualify for the UEFA Champions League.
1. Sebastián Coates
Defender
Career
- 2001–2009: Nacional
- 2009–2011: Nacional
- 2011–2015: Liverpool
- 2014: Nacional (loan)
- 2014–2015: Sunderland (loan)
- 2015–2017: Sunderland
- 2016–2017: Sporting CP (loan)
- 2017: Sporting CP
- 2007: Uruguay U17
- 2008–2009: Uruguay U20
- 2012: Uruguay U23
- 2011: Uruguay
Sebastián Coates is a Uruguayan footballer who currently plays for Sporting CP. He started his career with Nacional before moving to Liverpool in 2009. After spending time on loan at Nacional, he joined the club permanently in 2014.
He has made 59 appearances for Nacional and 13 for Liverpool overall. Coates is known as a strong centre-back who can also score goals from midfield or defence, making him an important player for both teams he has played for so far in his career.
Sebastián Coates is an Uruguayan international footballer who plays as a left back for English club Sunderland and the Uruguay national team.
He made his professional debut with Sunderland in 2014, before transferring to Sporting CP in 2017. He has represented Uruguay at Copa América twice, winning the tournament in 2011.
Coates also played for Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen on loan spells before moving to Sunderland permanently in 2018.
In 2019 he was named Player of the Year by A Bola magazine after helping Sunderland secure their first ever top-flight league title since 1973-74 season.
With 112 appearances and 14 goals for Sporting CP, Sebastián Coates holds second place all-time on their list of appearance makers behind only Rui Costa (148). At 29 years old he is still young enough to achieve many more things both domestically and internationally.
Also Played For: conmebol, sporting cp
2. Manuel Ugarte
Career
- 2016–2020: Fénix
- 2021: Famalicão
- 2021: Sporting CP
- 2018–2020: Uruguay U20
- 2020: Uruguay U23
- 2021: Uruguay
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022
Manuel Ugarte is a midfielder for Sporting CP and was born on April 11, 2001 in Montevideo, Uruguay. He made his professional debut with the club in the Portuguese Liga during the 2018-19 season.
Ugarte has represented Uruguay at U17, U20 and senior levels. He earned his first call up to the national team for a friendly against Portugal on November 14, 2019. Manuel is eligible to play for both Spain and Uruguay as he has dual citizenship through his father.
In future, Ugarte may represent one of Europe's top leagues after being signed by Sporting CP from Universo de Santa Fe in December 2018.[3] Manuel Ugarte is a Uruguayan footballer who plays as a striker for Fénix and the Uruguay national team.
Ugarte made his professional debut with Fénix in 2016, scoring two goals in 53 appearances over two seasons.
In 2021, he moved to Portuguese club Famalicão on a free transfer. He scored 20 goals in 20 appearances during his time there before joining Sporting CP the following season.
Ugarte has represented Uruguay at Under-20 level, featuring at five 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and one 2019 Copa America fixture so far.
At senior level, he has made 38 appearances for Uruguay since representing them at the under-20 level and scoring seven goals - including six internationals - thus far in his career.
Also Played For: uruguay national football team
3. Otávio
Career
- 2006–2010: Santa Cruz
- 2010–2012: Internacional
- 2012–2014: Internacional
- 2014: Porto B
- 2014: Porto
- 2015–2016: Vitória Guimarães (loan)
- 2015: Vitória Guimarães B (loan)
- 2014–2015: Brazil U20
- 2021: Portugal
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 28 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Otávio is an attacking midfielder who has played for a number of top clubs in his native Brazil, most notably Internacional. Otávio joined Porto in the summer of 2014 and quickly became a key player for the side, scoring 10 goals in 40 appearances during his first season with the club.
Otávio is often used as a winger by Porto manager José Mourinho and is known for his speed and dribbling ability. Otávio was named in Brazil's squad for the 2018 World Cup but did not make an appearance at the tournament due to injury.
In May 2019, it was announced that Otávio had signed a new long-term contract withPorto which will keep him at the club until 2024. Otávio is a very experienced player with over 100 appearances for his club and country.
Otávio has a prolific goal scoring record, having scored more than 60 times in total. Otávio is known for his powerful shots from distance and ability to score important goals in crucial moments of matches.
Otávio is an excellent passer of the ball, able to create chances for teammates both inside and outside the penalty area.
In addition to his outstanding skills as a striker, Otávio also possesses great defensive qualities which have helped him play at the top level for many years now.
With experience on both sides of the pitch, it's no wonder that Otávio has been described as one of the best players in Europe currently.
Also Played For: portugal football team, fc porto
4. Mehdi Taremi
Career
- 2002–2006: Bargh Bushehr
- 2006–2010: Iranjavan
- 2010–2012: Shahin Bushehr
- 2012–2014: Iranjavan
- 2014–2018: Persepolis
- 2018–2019: Al-Gharafa
- 2019–2020: Rio Ave
- 2020: Porto
- 2011–2012: Iran U20
- 2013: Iran U23
- 2015: Iran
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 November 2022
Mehdi Taremi is a Iranian international striker who currently plays for Portuguese club Porto. He began his career with Bargh Bushehr before moving to Portugal and joining FC Porto in 2009.
Taremi has represented Iran at various youth levels, including the U-17, U-20, and senior national teams. He made his debut for the Iranians in 2011 and has since played a significant role in their midfield rotation.
Taremi scored his first goal for Iran against Syria during the 2019 AFC Asian Cup tournament where he helped Iran reach the semi-finals stage of the competition. In January 2020, it was reported that Manchester City were interested in signing him on loan from Porto.
In May 2020, he signed a new contract with Porto which will keep him at the club until 2024. Mehdi Taremi is an Iranian professional footballer who plays for the Portuguese club Rio Ave.
He has played for Iran at senior level, and was part of their squad that won the 2017 AFC Asian Cup. Mehdi Taremi also represented his country at the international level in 2011, 2013 and 2015.
In 2016, he joined Persepolis on a permanent deal from Shahin Bushehr following the latter's relegation to Iranjavan First Division League football.
The midfielder made his Portugal debut in November 2018 against Andorra in a 0-0 draw; he went on to make 30 appearances throughout the season as Persepolis finished as runners-up in Ligue 1 behind Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Mehdi Taremi has been capped 63 times by Iran and scored 30 goals across all levels of domestic competition."
Also Played For: iran national football team
5. Mateus Uribe
Career
- 2010–2011: Deportivo Español
- 2012–2016: Envigado
- 2015–2016: Deportes Tolima (loan)
- 2016–2017: Atlético Nacional
- 2017–2019: América
- 2019: Porto
- 2017: Colombia
Mateus Uribe is a Colombian midfielder who currently plays for Portuguese side Porto. Mateus Uribe made his senior debut in 2010 with Deportivo Español, and has since played for other clubs including Envigado and Atlético Nacional.
At international level, Mateus Uribe has represented Colombia at youth levels before making his full international debut in 2016. He was part of the squad that won the 2017 Copa America Centenario.
As of 2018, Mateus Urieve is playing for Portugal at the FIFA World Cup where he has started all three of their games so far Mateus Uribe is a Colombian international footballer who plays for Atlético Nacional and the Colombia national team.
Mateus Uribe began his footballing career in Envigado, before joining Atlético Nacional in 2017. He has since made over 100 appearances for the club and helped them win the Copa América in 2021.
Outside of football, Mateus Uribe is also a businessman and owns a fashion label called San Pedro Clothing. In September 2018, he was loaned to Deportes Tolima until December 2020. A powerful striker with good technique, Mateus Urieve is considered one of Colombia's most promising young players.
6. Evanilson
Career
- 2013–2018: Fluminense
- 2018–2019: Fluminense
- 2018: Šamorín (loan)
- 2020: Tombense
- 2020: Fluminense (loan)
- 2020: Porto
- 2021: Porto B
- 2020: Brazil U23
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:43, 21 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17
Evanilson is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Portuguese side, Porto. He has previously played for Estação and represented Brazil at youth level.
Evanilson has scored 4 goals in 24 appearances for Porto so far this season. His most recent goal came in the Europa League against Atlético Madrid on 18 November 2017.
Despite being just 23 years old, Evanilson already boasts experience of playing at both club and international levels having made over 100 appearances across all competitions including 34 caps for Brazil to date.
A versatile attacker, Evanilson can play either as a lone striker or off the main front man in an attacking three-man midfield formation; he also possesses good dribbling ability and shooting skills which have seen him score some important goals during his career thus far.
Having joined Porto from Estação in summer 2017, it seems likely that he will stay with the Primera Liga side until the end of the current campaign – providing he maintains his impressive form throughout 2018/19.
7. Galeno
Career
- 2014–2016: Trindade
- 2015–2016: Trindade
- 2016–2017: Grêmio Anápolis
- 2016–2017: Porto B (loan)
- 2017–2018: Porto B
- 2017–2019: Porto
- 2018: Portimonense (loan)
- 2018–2019: Rio Ave (loan)
- 2019–2022: Braga
- 2022: Porto
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:02, 26 November 2022 (UTC)
Galeno is a young Brazilian winger who currently plays for Porto. Galeno started his career with Trindade before joiningPorto in 2016. Galeno has been compared to some of the world's best wingers, including Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
Galeno scored his first goal for Porto against Braga in February 2017. Galeno has represented Brazil at youth level but hasn't yet made an appearance for the senior team Galeno is a versatile defender who can play in both the back and midfield.
He has played for clubs across Brazil, Portugal, and Spain, including top-flight sides like Porto B and Braga. Galeno was signed by Portuguese side Portimonense on loan in January 2019. Galeno made his debut for Brazilian club Trindade just one month later.
He has represented Brazil at youth international level but is yet to make an appearance for the senior team.
Galeno joined Spanish side GRÊMIO ANÁPOLIS from Portugese outfit TRINDADE in March 2016, but left after only six months due to injury concerns - he returned to Trindade shortly afterward on a temporary basis until.
December of that year before joining Porto B on loan in January 2017 where he would go onto make 37 appearances during the next two seasons scoring 11 goals whilst plying his trade there also helping them win promotion as champions of their respective division.
In July 2018 it was announced that Galeno had rejoined Portuguese giantsPorto upon signing a three-year contract with them.
8. Wilson Manafá
Career
- 2002–2012: Oliveira Bairro
- 2012–2013: Sporting CP
- 2012: Oliveira Bairro
- 2013–2015: Sporting CP B
- 2015: Beira-Mar
- 2015: Anadia
- 2016: Varzim
- 2016–2019: Portimonense
- 2019: Porto
- 2022: Porto B
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:59, 7 November 2022 (UTC)
Wilson Manafá is a Portuguese winger who currently plays for Porto. He started his career at Benfica, before moving to Sporting CP in 2014. In 2017, he moved to Porto and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.
Manafá represented Portugal at youth level and played in their U21 side during the 2016-17 season. He is known as an attacking full-back who can also play on the wing; this makes him a valuable member of any team.
Wilson Manafá is one of several young players set to feature prominently for Porto next season, with expectations high that they will retain their title as champions of Europe once again Wilson Manafá is a Portuguese footballer who plays for Porto as a right back.
He made his senior debut with Sporting CP in 2012 and has since played for Beira-Mar, Anadia, Varzim, Portimonense and Porto B. In 2020 he signed with Porto ahead of their campaign in the UEFA Champions League.
Wilson Manafá has been praised for his attacking play from the back and has also been used as an emergency goalkeeper on occasion.
He represented Portugal at Under-21 level before making his full international debut in 2018.
9. Diogo Costa
Career
- 2009–2011: CB Póvoa Lanhoso
- 2011–2019: Porto
- 2017–2021: Porto B
- 2019: Porto
- 2014–2015: Portugal U16
- 2015–2016: Portugal U17
- 2015: Portugal U18
- 2016–2018: Portugal U19
- 2017–2019: Portugal U20
- 2018–2021: Portugal U21
- 2021: Portugal
Diogo Costa is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Portuguese side Porto. Diogo Costa made his senior debut in 2017 and has gone on to play 51 matches for the club since then, without conceding a goal.
Diogo Costa also represented Portugal at youth level, playing 4 matches as part of the U16 team and 14 games with the U17s.
After impressing during his first season with Porto's reserves, Diogo Costa was called up to the first-team squad in January 2019 and made his debut later that month against Leixões in a 1-1 draw.
Withdrawn from Portugal's international duty after picking up an injury earlier this year, it remains to be seen if he will make any more appearances for his country at senior level moving forward but regardless, he is unquestionably one of Europe’s top young goalkeepers right now.
Also Played For: football manager 2021
10. Marko Grujić
Career
- 2005–2013: Red Star Belgrade
- 2013–2016: Red Star Belgrade
- 2014: Kolubara (loan)
- 2016–2020: Liverpool
- 2018: Cardiff City (loan)
- 2018–2020:Hertha BSC (loan)
- 2020: Porto
- 2011–2012: Serbia U16
- 2012: Serbia U17
- 2014–2015: Serbia U19
- 2015: Serbia U20
- 2015–2017: Serbia U21
- 2016: Serbia
Grujić started his career with Red Star Belgrade in 2005. He moved to Liverpool in 2016 and made eight appearances for the club before leaving at the end of the season.
Grujić has represented Serbia at various youth levels and was a part of their Under-21 team that won the European Championship in 2017. Porto signed Grujić during the winter transfer window and he is expected to be a key player for them this season.
Marko Grujić is a Serbian footballer who currently plays for Cardiff City in the English Premier League.
He began his career with Borac Čačak before moving to Hertha BSC in Germany on loan in 2018. After impressing at Hertha, he was signed by Porto following the conclusion of his loan spell.
Marko has represented Serbia at various youth levels and made 19 appearances for them since 2016 including an appearance at the FIFA U-20 World Cup where they reached the final.
With over 50 senior appearances under his belt, it is no surprise that Marko is one of Europe's most experienced players when it comes to footballing matters.
Also Played For: serbia football team
11. David Carmo
Career
- 2008–2009: Beira-Mar
- 2009–2011: Casa do Benfica Estarreja
- 2011–2013: Benfica
- 2013: Anadia
- 2014: Beira-Mar
- 2014–2015: Sanjoanense
- 2015–2018: Braga
- 2018–2022: Braga B
- 2020–2022: Braga
- 2022: Porto B
- 2022: Porto
- 2018: Portugal U19
- 2018–2019: Portugal U20
David Carmo is a Portuguese central-back who currently plays for Porto. David Carmo made his professional debut with Beira-Mar in 2008, before moving to Benfica the following year.
In 2013, he joined Anadia and then Sanjoanense two years later before finally joining Braga in 2015. David Carmo has represented Portugal at Under-16, U17 and U19 level, as well as appearing at the 2017 Toulon Tournament.
David Carmo is a Portuguese footballer who plays for Braga B as a midfielder. He has represented Portugal at youth levels and was part of the Portugal U19 squad that won the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2018.
Carmo joined Porto on loan in January 2020, but returned to Braga at the end of the season.
In May 2022 he joinedPorto permanently and made his debut for them later that month in a 1-0 victory over BATE Borisov..
David Carmo is considered one of Portugal's most promising young midfielders and could be an important player for Porto over the next few years.
12. Bruno Costa
Career
- 2005–2009: Feirense
- 2009–2016: Porto
- 2016–2019: Porto B
- 2018–2020: Porto
- 2020–2021: Portimonense
- 2020–2021: Paços Ferreira (loan)
- 2021: Porto
- 2012: Portugal U15
- 2012–2013: Portugal U16
- 2013: Portugal U17
- 2016: Portugal U19
- 2016–2017: Portugal U20
- 2018: Portugal U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:25, 14 November 2022 (UTC)
Bruno Costa was born on April 19, 1997 in Oliveira de Azeméis, Portugal. He started his youth career with hometown club Feirense before moving to Porto in 2009.
Bruno played as a midfielder for Porto until he moved to Atlético Madrid in 2016 where he currently plays as a right back.
In 2017-2018 season, Bruno returned toPorto and has been an important part of the team since then Bruno Costa is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a winger for Porto and the Portugal national team.
Bruno Costa began his career at hometown club, Porto, before moving to Paços Ferreira in 2018 on loan. After impressing during his time with Paços Ferreira, he re-joined Porto in 2020 where he has continued to play impressively since then.
He earned his first international call up in March of 2019 and has made an impact ever since appearing for Portugal at various levels including U21s and the full national side.
With over 100 appearances for both clubs combined, Bruno Costa is one of the most experienced players in Portuguese football today and looks set to continue playing at the highest level for many years to come.
13. Rodrigo Conceição
Career
- 2011–2012: Belenenses
- 2013: Imortal
- 2012–2013: Olhanense
- 2013–2014: Anadia
- 2014–2015: Boavista
- 2015–2019: Benfica
- 2018–2020: Benfica B
- 2020–2021: Porto B
- 2021: Porto
- 2021–2022: Moreirense (loan)
- 2016: Portugal U16
- 2016–2017: Portugal U17
- 2018: Portugal U18
- 2018–2019: Portugal U19
- 2019: Portugal U20
- 2022: Portugal U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20 March 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:07, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
Rodrigo Conceição is a talented winger who has played for several clubs in his young career. He first made an impact at Belenenses, before moving to Portuguese giants Porto in the summer of 2012.
Rodrigo Conceição started out as a right-back but has since become one of the most sought after wingers in Europe, with clubs like Manchester United and Barcelona reportedly interested in signing him up.
Rodrigo Conceição was called up to Portugal's under-21 squad for their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign, and he is currently impressing coaches with his performances for club side Porto Rodrigo Conceição is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Benfica.
He has also played for Porto and Moreirense in the Primeira Liga, making over 230 appearances between them.
Rodrigo Conceição made his debut with Benfica in 2015 and since then he's been an important part of their squad. He was loaned out to Moreirense earlier this season but returned to Benfica afterward without featuring in any games.
Rodrigo Conceição is known for being one of Portugal's most consistent goalkeepers and has been a key member of the national team ever since making his senior debut in 2016.
The 31-year-old keeper is contracted at Benfica until 2020 and will be looking to help them win more trophies next season.
14. João Mário
Career
- 2002–2004: Porto
- 2004–2012: Sporting CP
- 2011–2016: Sporting CP
- 2012–2013: Sporting CP B
- 2014: Vitória Setúbal (loan)
- 2016–2021: Inter Milan
- 2018: West Ham United (loan)
- 2019–2020: Lokomotiv Moscow (loan)
- 2020–2021: Sporting CP (loan)
- 2021: Benfica
- 2007–2008: Portugal U15
- 2008–2009: Portugal U16
- 2009–2010: Portugal U17
- 2010–2011: Portugal U18
- 2010–2012: Portugal U19
- 2012–2013: Portugal U20
- 2013–2015: Portugal U21
- 2014: Portugal
João Mário was born in 1993 and is a midfielder for Benfica. He made his senior debut with Sporting CP in 2011 and has since played for Vitória Setúbal on loan, as well as Benfica.
João Mário is Portugal's highest-rated player of the 2017–18 season according to La Liga rankings.[4] In September 2018 he signed a new contract extension with Benfica until 2023.
[5] João Mário has been called up to the Portuguese national team several times but has yet to make an appearance at full international level.
João Mário is a Portuguese international footballer who plays for Italian side Inter Milan and Bulgarian club Lokomotiv Moscow.
João Mário made his professional debut with Porto in 2007, before joining Fiorentina two years later. In 2013, he moved to Italy to join Internazionale, where he won the Serie A title in 2014–15 and 2015–16.
He then joined Premier League side West Ham United on loan in 2018 before signing permanently the following year.
João Mário has represented Portugal at UEFA European Championships twice (2007 and 2016) as well as at the 2017 Confederations Cup tournament held in Russia; he also played at Euro 2008 and 2012 without qualifying for any major tournaments finals.
As of November 2020, João Mário holds 42 caps for Portugal across all national team levels.
In September 2019, it was announced that Joao Mário would join Portuguese Liga champions Sporting CP on a season-long loan deal.
After progressing through the ranks at UDL Almeirim over three seasons making 104 appearances scoring 33 goals while helping them win 3 league titles & 2 cup competitions.
including winning both editions of the Portuguese Under 18 championship which qualified him to play alongside future Inter Milan teammates Luka Modric & Ivan Perisic.
On 27th July 2007 after completing a transfer from UD Almeirim FC to Porto FCP €10 million fee [2][3], one day shy of his 17th birthday became youngest player ever sign for Primeira Liga Champions.
The next season saw him make 26 starts including their victorious run into Europe losing only 1 game along way reaching semi final stage which they eventually lost 5-1 on aggregate against Barcelona.
Although injuries limited first-team opportunities under new manager José Mourinho throughout most of 2009/2010 ultimately costing him 14 games towards end Of 2010/2011 campaign being named captain by newly appointed coach Rui Vitória early into 2011/2012 pre-season following departure of Nuno Espírito.
Also Played For: sl benfica, euro u21
15. Odysseas Vlachodimos
S.L. Benfica
Career
- 2000–2002: VfL Wangen
- 2002–2013: VfB Stuttgart
- 2012–2015: VfB Stuttgart II
- 2015–2016: VfB Stuttgart
- 2016–2018: Panathinaikos
- 2018: Benfica
- 2009: Germany U15
- 2009–2010: Germany U16
- 2010–2011: Germany U17
- 2012: Germany U18
- 2012–2013: Germany U19
- 2013–2014: Germany U20
- 2017: Germany U21
- 2018: Greece
Odysseas Vlachodimos is a German-born goalkeeper who currently plays for Portuguese side Benfica. Odysseas spent time with Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart's youth teams before signing his first professional contract with the senior side in 2012.
In total, he has made 52 appearances for Panathinaikos since joining them in 2016 and was an unused substitute against Real Madrid during their Champions League last 16 tie earlier this month.
Odysseas has represented Germany at under-19 and -21 levels but missed out on selection for the full national team by just one goal in qualifying for Euro 2016, which they went on to win.
He is considered to be among the brightest young goalkeepers in Europe and is regularly linked with moves away from Portugal, where he has won two league titles since moving there permanently in 2017.
Also Played For: uefa champions league fantasy, s.l. benfica
16. Antonio Adán
Atlético de Madrid
Career
- 1997–2004: Real Madrid
- 2004–2006: Real Madrid C
- 2006–2010: Real Madrid B
- 2010–2013: Real Madrid
- 2013–2014: Cagliari
- 2014–2018: Betis
- 2018–2020: Atlético Madrid
- 2020: Sporting CP
- 2002: Spain U16
- 2002–2005: Spain U17
- 2006: Spain U19
- 2007: Spain U20
- 2007: Spain U21
Antonio Adán is a Spanish goalkeeper who currently plays for Sporting CP. He started his career at Real Madrid, playing for their C team from 2004 to 2006 before making the step up to their B side in 2006.
In 2010 he joined Real Madrid's first-team and went on to make 7 appearances during three seasons with the club before moving back down to their B side in 2013.
Antonio Adán made his debut for Spain national team in 2007 and has since gone on to represent them at Euro 2012, Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup qualifiers.
He was part of the Portugal squad that reached the semi-finals of UEFA European Championship in 2016 but they were beaten by Croatia after extra time; this saw him named as one of UEFA's Best 3 Goalkeepers of 2016 alongside Lars Lagerback and António Semedo.
With regards to Sporting CP, they finished second behind Barcelona in La Liga last season and qualified for Europe through knockout stages;[4] Antonio Adán will be hoping to help them retain their title next season.
17. Gonçalo Ramos
S.L. Benfica
Career
- 2009–2011: Olhanense
- 2011–2013: Loulé
- 2013–2019: Benfica
- 2019–2021: Benfica B
- 2020: Benfica
- 2017–2018: Portugal U17
- 2018: Portugal U18
- 2019: Portugal U19
- 2020: Portugal U20
- 2020–2022: Portugal U21
- 2022: Portugal
Gonçalo Ramos is a Portuguese forward who currently plays for Benfica. Ramos made his senior debut for Benfica in 2019 and has since scored 16 goals in 37 appearances for the club's B team.
Prior to joining Benfica, Ramos spent time with Olhanense, Loulé, and the Portugal under-21 side. At 6'1" tall, Ramos is both physically imposing and an accurate finisher with either foot.
With 88 caps to his name, Gonçalo Ramos is one of Portugal's most experienced players at the international level and will be looking to help Benfica win more trophies during his time in Lisbon Gonçalo Ramos is a Portuguese footballer who plays for Benfica.
He has played at both youth and senior levels for Portugal, and was part of their squads that won the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2019 and the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2021.
Ramos started his career with Vitória Guimarães before moving to Porto in 2013. He spent two seasons there, winning the Primeira Liga championship in 2014–15, before joining Benfica in 2017.
In total, he has made 147 appearances for Benfica across all competitions – scoring 23 goals including one during his time with Portugal at the UEFA European Under-19 Championships and three while playing for Portugal U21s en route to their runner-up finish at Euro 2020.
Outside of football, Ramos is studying law at university.
Also Played For: uefa youth league
18. Francisco Trincão
S.C. Braga B
Career
- 2008–2009: Vianense
- 2009–2010: Porto
- 2010–2011: Vianense
- 2011–2014: Braga
- 2014–2015: Palmeiras Braga
- 2015–2016: Braga
- 2016–2018: Braga B
- 2018–2020: Braga
- 2020: Barcelona
- 2021–2022: Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
- 2022: Sporting CP (loan)
- 2015–2016: Portugal U17
- 2017: Portugal U18
- 2017–2018: Portugal U19
- 2018–2019: Portugal U20
- 2019–2021: Portugal U21
- 2020: Portugal
Francisco Trincão is a Portuguese winger who currently plays for Sporting CP on loan from Barcelona. Francisco Trincão was born in Viana do Castelo in 1999 and started playing football at a young age with local side Vianense.
Trincão made his senior debut for Braga in 2014 and quickly became a key player for the club, scoring 26 goals in 103 appearances. In 2015, Trincão joined Palmeiras Braga on a season-long loan and played an instrumental role in the team's title-winning campaign.
After a season with Palmeiras, Trincão moved to Barcelona in a €20 million deal in August 2016. In his two seasons with Barcelona, Trincão has made just 22 appearances, scoring one goal.
In May 2019, Trincão joined Sporting CP on loan from Barcelona and is expected to play a key role in the team's title challenge.
Trincão is a fast, versatile player who is capable of playing on the left or the right wing, and is a good dribbler. Trincão is likely to be a key player for Sporting CP this season and is expected to help the team win the Portuguese title.
19. Álex Grimaldo
S.L. Benfica
Career
- 2006–2008: Valencia
- 2008–2012: Barcelona
- 2011–2015: Barcelona B
- 2016: Benfica
- 2011: Spain U16
- 2011–2012: Spain U17
- 2012–2014: Spain U19
- 2013–2016: Spain U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 4 February 2023
Grimaldo was born in Valencia, Spain in 1995 and started playing football for local side CD Levante. He was scouted by Portuguese side Benfica at the age of 16 and signed a professional contract with them in 2016.
Grimaldo made his senior debut for Benfica in a Europa League qualifier against FC Astra Giurgiu in October 2016.
He made his Primeira Liga debut for Benfica in a 1-1 draw against Sporting CP in May 2017. Grimaldo has made 27 appearances in the Primeira Liga for Benfica, scoring one goal.
Grimaldo has also made five appearances in the Europa League, scoring one goal. Grimaldo was part of the Spain national team that finished in fourth place at the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup.
Grimaldo signed a new contract with Benfica in December 2018 which will keep him at the club until 2020.
Grimaldo is a left-back and is Benfica's third-choice option behind Filipe Luis and Danilo.
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20. Jeremiah St. Juste
Sporting CP
Career
- 2007–2015: Heerenveen
- 2015–2017: Heerenveen
- 2017–2019: Feyenoord
- 2019–2022: Mainz 05
- 2022: Sporting CP
- 2013: Netherlands U18
- 2014: Netherlands U19
- 2015–2016: Netherlands U20
- 2016–2018: Netherlands U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:40, 31 October 2022 (UTC)
Jeremiah St. Juste is a centre-back who currently plays for Sporting CP. He was born on 19 October 1996 in Groningen, Netherlands. He has played for various youth teams, including FC Groningen, Feyenoord Rotterdam, and PSV Eindhoven.
He made his professional debut in the Eredivisie for PSV Eindhoven in 2016. He was loaned out to Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga in 2018. He signed a permanent contract with Sporting CP in 2020. He has represented the Netherlands at various youth levels.
He is 1.86 metres tall and has a good aerial ability. He is known for his good positioning and defensive play. Jeremiah St. Juste is a French-born Dutch international footballer who currently plays for Sporting CP.
The 25-year-old made his professional debut with Heerenveen in 2007, and has since amassed 64 league appearances and five goals.
He joined Feyenoord in 2017, and went on to make 38 league appearances and score five goals before moving to Mainz in 2019. St. Juste has made one appearance for the Netherlands U21 team, and has also represented his country at U18 and U19 levels.
He is eligible to represent France, but has yet to make an appearance for them at senior level. The attacking midfielder is a regular for the Dutch national team, and has been called up for the 2018 World Cup and UEFA Euro 2020.
Jeremiah St. Juste is known for his creative and attacking play, and is a key player for Sporting CP.
21. Florentino Luís
S.L. Benfica
Career
- 2007–2009: Tercena (futsal)
- 2009–2010: Real
- 2010–2018: Benfica
- 2016: Benfica B
- 2019: Benfica
- 2020–2021: Monaco (loan)
- 2021–2022: Getafe (loan)
- 2014: Portugal U15
- 2014–2015: Portugal U16
- 2015–2016: Portugal U17
- 2016–2018: Portugal U19
- 2017–2019: Portugal U20
- 2019–2021: Portugal U21
Florentino Luís is a 23-year-old Portuguese defensive midfielder who currently plays for Benfica. Florentino Luís started his career with Tercena in 2007 before signing for Real in 2009.
In 2018, Florentino Luís joined Benfica and has made 41 appearances for the club so far. Florentino Luís has represented Portugal at youth level and is currently a senior international. Florentino Luís is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to help his team win.
Florentino Luís is a versatile player who is capable of playing in any midfield position. Florentino Luís is looking to win more titles with Benfica in the future. Florentino Luís is a likely contender for the Portuguese player of the year award in 2019.
Florentino Luís is a promising young midfielder with a lot of potential, and he is sure to continue developing as a footballer.
Also Played For: football manager 2020
22. Abdul Fatawu Issahaku
Career
- 2019–2021: Steadfast
- 2021: Dreams (loan)
- 2022: Sporting CP
- 2019–2020: Ghana U17
- 2021: Ghana U20
- 2021: Ghana
Abdul Fatawu Issahaku is a Ghanaian international footballer who currently plays for Sporting CP. Issahaku was born in Tamale on 8 March 2004.
Issahaku started his youth career with Tamale Utrecht Academy before joining Dutch side FC Twente in January 2016.
Issahaku made his professional debut for Twente in a Eredivisie match against AZ on 25 February 2016. Issahaku joined Sporting CP in the summer of 2019.
Issahaku has represented Ghana at youth level. Issahaku is a versatile midfielder who can play as a forward.
Issahaku has made 27 appearances for Sporting CP in all competitions. Issahaku is a hardworking midfielder who is always looking to contribute to the team.
Abdul Fatawu Issahaku is a Ghanaian footballer who plays for Sporting CP in Portugal. Issahaku made his international debut for Ghana in 2019, and has since played for the country at the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.
Issahaku has spent the majority of his career playing in Portugal, most notably with Sporting CP. Issahaku is known for his speed and dribbling ability, which has led to him being compared to former Ghanaian stars Stephen Appiah and Asamoah Gyan.
Issahaku is expected to feature for Ghana at the 2022 World Cup. Issahaku is a regular for the Ghana national team and is considered one of the country's most promising young players.
Issahaku has been linked with a move to Europe's top clubs in the future. Issahaku is a devout Muslim and has spoken about the importance of living a moral life. Issahaku is a popular figure in the Ghanaian community and is known for his charitable work.
Also Played For: ghana soccer team
23. Pepê
Forward
Career
- 2014–2016: Foz do Iguaçu
- 2016: Coritiba (loan)
- 2016–2018: Grêmio
- 2015–2016: Foz do Iguaçu
- 2017–2021: Grêmio
- 2021–: Porto
- 2020: Brazil U23
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 November 2022
Pepê is a Brazilian winger who currently plays for FC Porto. Pepê started his youth career at Flamengo, before moving to FC Porto in 2016. Pepê is known for his speed and dribbling ability.
Pepê has made several appearances for the Brazil national team, most notably at the 2017 Copa America. Pepê is one of the most promising young players in Europe, and is expected to become a key member of FC Porto in the future.
Pepê is a hard-working and professional player, and is expected to continue developing at FC Porto. Pepê is a popular player with the fans of FC Porto, and is considered to be one of the club's best young players.
Pepê is set to become a major player in Europe, and is expected to become a household name in the future. Pepê is a promising young player with a bright future, and is expected to continue developing at FC Porto.
Also Played For: grêmio foot-ball porto alegrense
24. Gonçalo Guedes
Forward
Career
- 2005–2014: Benfica
- 2014–2016: Benfica B
- 2014–2017: Benfica
- 2017–2018: Paris Saint-Germain
- 2017–2018: Valencia (loan)
- 2018–2022: Valencia
- 2022: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2023: Benfica (loan)
- 2011: Portugal U15
- 2011–2012: Portugal U16
- 2012–2013: Portugal U17
- 2013–2014: Portugal U18
- 2014: Portugal U19
- 2015: Portugal U20
- 2015–2017: Portugal U21
- 2015: Portugal U23
- 2015: Portugal
Gonçalo Guedes is a 26-year-old winger who currently plays for Benfica on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Guedes has made a name for himself playing for Benfica B and Paris Saint-Germain, and was a key part of Portugal's World Cup campaign this year.
Guedes is a speedy, creative winger with a good eye for goal. He is set to return to Wolves at the end of the season, but will continue to be loaned out to other clubs for the rest of the year.
Guedes is a Portuguese international and is currently in the squad for this year's World Cup.
He is likely to be a big part of Wolves' future and has the potential to be one of the best players in the Premier League. Guedes is a hard-working, versatile player who can play in a variety of positions.
He is currently on loan at Valencia, and if he continues to progress at the same rate he may soon be looking for a permanent move to a top-flight club.
Guedes is a player to watch in the Premier League and is only going to continue to improve in the coming years.
25. Rafa Silva
Forward
Career
- 2002–2003: Povoense
- 2003–2011: Alverca
- 2011–2012: Feirense
- 2012–2013: Feirense
- 2013–2016: Braga
- 2014: Braga B
- 2016: Benfica
- 2013: Portugal U20
- 2013–2015: Portugal U21
- 2014–2021: Portugal
Rafa Silva is a Portuguese attacking midfielder who currently plays for Benfica. Silva started his career at Portuguese side Povoense before joining Portuguese side Alverca in 2011.
He then moved to Braga in 2013 and made 88 appearances for the club before joining Benfica in 2016. Silva is known for his attacking play and is a regular for Portugal at youth level.
Silva is a quick and entertaining player who is likely to become a key player for Benfica in the near future. Silva is expected to be a major part of Portugal’s squad for the 2020 European Championships.
He is also a regular for the Portuguese national team and has been a part of the side that has qualified for the past two World Cups. Silva is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions across the midfield and attack.
Silva is a promising player who is likely to develop into a top-level midfielder in the future.
26. António Silva
Defender
Career
- 2010–2012: Penalva do Castelo
- 2012–2015: Repesenses
- 2015–2016: Viseu United
- 2016–2022: Benfica
- 2022: Benfica B
- 2022: Benfica
- 2019: Portugal U16
- 2019–2020: Portugal U17
- 2021: Portugal U18
- 2021–2022: Portugal U19
- 2022: Portugal U21
- 2022: Portugal
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:19, 4 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
António Silva is a Portuguese defender who currently plays for Benfica. Silva was born on 30 October 2003 in Francelos, Portugal. Silva is 1.87m (6ft 2in) tall and plays as a defender.
Silva started his career with Penalva do Castelo before moving on to Repesenses in 2012. Silva made his senior debut for Benfica in a Liga Europa match against Astra Giurgiu in September 2018.
Silva is contracted to Benfica until 2022. Silva has represented Portugal at youth level. Silva is a regular in Benfica's starting lineup. Silva is a talented defender with excellent ball control and leadership skills.
António Silva is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Portuguese club Benfica. António Silva made his professional debut with Viseu United in the Portuguese Liga in 2015. António Silva represented Portugal at the U16 and U17 levels.
António Silva signed with Portuguese giants Benfica in 2022. António Silva has made four appearances for Benfica in the Portuguese Liga so far.
António Silva is a Portugal under-21 international. António Silva is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield.
António Silva is expected to feature prominently for Benfica this season.
27. David Neres
Career
- 2007–2016: São Paulo
- 2016: São Paulo
- 2017: Jong Ajax
- 2017–2022: Ajax
- 2022: Shakhtar Donetsk
- 2022: Benfica
- 2017: Brazil U20
- 2020: Brazil U23
- 2019: Brazil
David Neres is a Brazilian winger who currently plays for Portuguese side Benfica. Neres started his career at Brazilian side São Paulo, before moving to Europe to join Benfica in 2016.
Neres has been a regular for Benfica since joining the club, scoring three goals in eight appearances. Neres has been tipped as a future star, and is already considered one of the best young players in Europe.
Neres is a versatile winger who is capable of playing both on the wing and up front. Neres is likely to continue to progress at Benfica, and could eventually become one of the biggest stars in Europe. David Neres is a Brazilian winger who currently plays for Portuguese side Benfica.
Born in 1997, Neres has spent most of his career playing for Brazilian side São Paulo, before moving to Europe to join Benfica in 2016.
Neres is a versatile winger who is capable of playing both on the wing and up front, and is already considered one of the best young players in Europe.
Neres is likely to continue to progress at Benfica, and could eventually become one of the biggest stars in Europe.
28. Petar Musa
Career
- 2006–2007: Hrvatski Dragovoljac
- 2007–2017: NK Zagreb
- 2016–2017: NK Zagreb
- 2017: Inter Zaprešić
- 2017–2022: Slavia Prague
- 2017–2018: Viktoria Žižkov (loan)
- 2019: Slovan Liberec (loan)
- 2021: Union Berlin (loan)
- 2021–2022: Boavista (loan)
- 2022: Benfica
- 2015: Croatia U18
- 2019–2021: Croatia U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 02 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 8 August 2022
Petar Musa is a Croatia born forward who currently plays for Benfica. Musa started his youth career with Hrvatski Dragovoljac before moving to NK Zagreb in 2007.
Musa made his professional debut in 2017 and has since scored 36 goals in 92 appearances for Benfica. Musa is a fast forward with excellent ball control and an eye for goal.
He is a key part of Benfica's bid to win the Portuguese Primeira Liga and European Championships. Musa is a Croatia national team regular and was part of the team that won the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
Petar Musa is a charismatic and popular player with the Benfica fans. Musa is a future captain of Benfica and is seen as one of the club's most important players.
Petar Musa is a young forward with a bright future who is likely to be one of the most sought after players in Europe in the future.
29. Morato
Defender
Career
- 2016–2019: São Paulo
- 2019: Benfica
- 2019: Benfica B
- 2019: Benfica
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:27, 14 May 2022 (UTC)
Felipe Rodrigues da Silva is a Brazilian defender who currently plays for Benfica. Morato joined Benfica in 2020 and has made appearances for the club's youth teams.
He has been praised for his defensive play and is seen as a potential successor to current Benfica captain Luisão. Morato is set to join the Brazil national team for the 2020 Summer Olympics.
He is a product of the Rio de Janeiro-based club Flamengo. Morato has been capped by Brazil at under-17, under-20, and under-21 level. He has also competed for Brazil at the U-17, U-20, and U-21 South American Championships.
Morato is the son of former Brazilian international defender Reinaldo Silva. Morato is a devout Christian and has spoken about how his faith has helped him during his career.
Morato is a very promising young player who has shown great potential in both his youth career and with Benfica's first team.
Morato is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions, and has a good range of passing. Morato is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to the team, and he is a good set-piece taker.
Morato is still developing as a player, and he will need to continue to improve if he is to cement his place in the Benfica first team.
Morato is a very popular player with the Benfica fans, and he is likely to be a key player for the club in the future.
Morato is a good character player, and he is a highly-rated member of the team. Morato is a good team player, and he is always willing to help out his teammates.
Morato is a very good young player, and he is likely to become a star in the future. Morato is a highly-rated player, and he is likely to be a key player for Benfica in the future.
30. Casper Tengstedt
Forward
Career
- 2015–2019: Midtjylland
- 2019–2021: Midtjylland
- 2019–2020: 1. FC Nürnberg II (loan)
- 2020–2021: Horsens (loan)
- 2021–2022: Horsens
- 2022: Rosenborg
- 2023: Benfica
- 2023: Benfica B
- 2017: Denmark U17
- 2019: Denmark U19
- 2021–2022: Denmark U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 06:52, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
Casper Tengstedt is a Danish winger who currently plays for Benfica. Tengstedt started his career with Viborg Søndermarken before moving to Danish side Viborg FF in 2015.
He made his senior debut for Midtjylland in 2019. Tengstedt is a fast and powerful player who is known for his dribbling and shooting ability. He is a member of the Danish national team and has represented his country at youth levels.
Tengstedt is expected to play a major role for Benfica this season. Casper Tengstedt is a Danish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Horsens and the Denmark national team. Tengstedt began his career at Danish club Midtjylland, before joining 1.
FC Nürnberg II on a season-long loan in 2019. He returned to Midtjylland the following year, helping them to promotion to the Danish Superliga.
Tengstedt then joined Horsens on a season-long loan in 2020. He made his international debut in a 0-0 draw with Sweden in November 2022.
Tengstedt has represented Denmark at youth international levels. He is contracted to Horsens until the end of the 2021-22 season. Tengstedt is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield three.
Tengstedt is a hard-working player who is always looking to get on the ball and contribute to the team.
31. João Neves
Career
- 2016: Benfica
- 2022: Benfica B
- 2022: Benfica
- 2019: Portugal U15
- 2021: Portugal U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:14, 26 April 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16
João Neves is a Portuguese midfielder who currently plays for Benfica B. He started his youth career with hometown club Tavira before joining Benfica in 2013.
He has made 19 appearances for the Benfica first team, scoring one goal. He represented Portugal at the U17, U19, and U21 levels. He is a powerful midfielder with good passing and shooting ability.
He is likely to fill a similar role for Benfica as that of defensive midfielder, which he has done well in for the club. He is a promising young player who has a lot of potential to develop further.
He is a popular player with the Benfica fans, and is highly regarded by the club's coaching staff. He is likely to continue his development with Benfica, and could become a key player for the club in the future.
32. João Palhinha
Midfielder
Career
- 2008–2009: Alta de Lisboa
- 2009–2012: Sacavenense
- 2012–2014: Sporting CP
- 2014–2017: Sporting CP B
- 2015–2016: Moreirense (loan)
- 2016–2022: Sporting CP
- 2016–2017: Belenenses (loan)
- 2018–2020: Braga (loan)
- 2022: Fulham
- 2013: Portugal U18
- 2013−2014: Portugal U19
- 2015: Portugal U20
- 2021: Portugal
João Palhinha was born in Lisbon, Portugal in 1995. He started his career at Alta de Lisboa before moving to Sacavenense in 2009.
Palhinha made his senior debut for Sporting CP in 2014 and has since played for them in the Premier League, the UEFA Europa League, and the Portuguese Cup.
In 2019, Palhinha joined Fulham in the English Premier League. He is a defensive midfielder and is known for his passing and ball-winning ability.
Palhinha is a Portugal international and has represented his country at under-21 level and at senior level. He is a product of the Sporting CP youth system and has made over 200 appearances for the club.
He is contracted to Fulham until 2021. Palhinha is a versatile player and can play in any midfield position. João Palhinha started his football career at local side Moreirense, before moving to Sporting CP in 2016.
He was loaned out to Belenenses in 2017 and Braga in 2018, appearing in 50 matches for the latter. He made his international debut for Portugal in a 2-0 win over Hungary in 2014. Palhinha was picked up by Fulham on a 3-year contract in February 2020.
Also Played For: fulham fc
33. Pedro Porro
Tottenham Hotspur F.C.
Career
- 2008–2015: Gimnástico Don Benito
- 2015–2017: Rayo Vallecano
- 2017–2018: Girona
- 2017–2018: Peralada
- 2017–2019: Girona
- 2019–2022: Manchester City
- 2019–2020: Valladolid (loan)
- 2020–2022: Sporting CP (loan)
- 2022: Sporting CP
- 2023: Tottenham Hotspur (loan)
- 2019–2020: Spain U21
- 2021: Spain
As a young player, Pedro Porro played for Gimnástico Don Benito and Rayo Vallecano. In 2017, he joined Girona on a season-long loan. He made his senior debut for Sporting CP in the Portuguese Liga in 2019.
Porro is currently on loan at Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League. He has been praised for his attacking play and speed.
He is expected to feature prominently for Sporting CP in the 2021–22 season. Pedro Porro is Spanish and has represented his country at youth levels. He is 23 years old. He has a right back/right winger position.
Pedro Porro is a Spanish midfielder who currently plays for Sporting CP. He started his career at his hometown club Peralada before joining Girona in 2017.
He was a part of the Spain U21 side that won the UEFA Nations League in 2021. Porro has also played for Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on loan. He is currently contracted to Sporting CP until 2022.
Also Played For: football right back, spain young
34. Ricardo Horta
Forward
Career
- 2003–2004: Ginásio Corroios
- 2004–2011: Benfica
- 2011–2013: Vitória Setúbal
- 2013–2014: Vitória Setúbal
- 2014–2017: Málaga
- 2016–2017: Braga (loan)
- 2017: Braga
- 2013: Portugal U19
- 2014: Portugal U20
- 2014–2017: Portugal U21
- 2016: Portugal U23
- 2014: Portugal
Ricardo Horta is a Portuguese winger who currently plays for Braga. He began his career at Ginásio Corroios before joining Benfica in 2011. He made his senior debut for Vitória Setúbal in 2013.
Ricardo Horta is a fast and skilful winger who is known for his attacking play. He has been a regular starter for Braga since joining the club in 2013. Ricardo Horta is a talented and ambitious player who is looking to continue his development and improve his skills.
He is a key player for Braga and is expected to play a significant role in the club's future. Ricardo Horta is a versatile player who is capable of playing as a winger or a forward.
He is known for his speed, dribbling ability, and shooting accuracy. Ricardo Horta is a young player with a lot of potential who is looking to establish himself as a top player in the Portuguese league.
He has the ability to score goals and provide assists for his team mates. Ricardo Horta is a hardworking player who is always looking to improve his skills.
He is a team player who is willing to work for the benefit of the team. Ricardo Horta is a talented player who has the potential to become a major star in the Portuguese league. He is a fast and skilful winger who is capable of scoring goals and providing assists for his team mates.
He is looking to continue his development and achieve success in the Portuguese league.
35. Uroš Račić
Career
- 2016–2017: Red Star Belgrade
- 2016–2018: Red Star Belgrade
- 2018: Valencia B
- 2018: Valencia
- 2019: Tenerife (loan)
- 2019–2020: Famalicão (loan)
- 2022: Braga (loan)
- 2016: Serbia U18
- 2016−2017: Serbia U19
- 2017−2020: Serbia U21
- 2021: Serbia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:28, 19 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Uroš Račić is a young Serbian midfielder who is currently on loan at Braga from Valencia. He has played for a number of top-flight clubs in his youth career, including Bambi Kraljevo, ŠF Knjaz, and Altina Zemun.
He made his professional debut in 2018 with Red Star Belgrade. He has been capped at youth levels by Serbia and Montenegro. Uroš Račić is a Serbian professional footballer who currently plays for Spanish club Valencia.
Račić started his career at Serbian club Red Star Belgrade, making his senior debut in 2016. Račić has since played for Spanish clubs Valencia and Valencia B, as well as Portuguese side Famalicão. Račić has represented Serbia at U-18, U-19, and U-21 level.
Uroš Račić is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions. Račić is a hard-working player who is known for his passing ability and tackling.
Račić is a regular for Serbia and is widely considered to be one of the country's best young midfielders.
Uroš Račić is a key member of the Valencia squad and is expected to play a major role in the club's future. Uroš Račić is a talented footballer who is likely to continue his career at the highest level.
36. Pedro Gonçalves
Midfielder
Career
- 2006–2008: Vidago
- 2008–2010: Chaves
- 2010–2015: Braga
- 2015–2017: Valencia
- 2017–2018: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2018–2019: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2019–2020: Famalicão
- 2020: Sporting CP
- 2016: Portugal U18
- 2018: Portugal U20
- 2020–2021: Portugal U21
- 2021: Portugal
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:57, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 June 2021
Pedro Gonçalves joined Sporting CP in 2021 after impressing during his time with Chaves. Gonçalves is an attacking midfielder who is known for his ability to create chances for his team-mates.
Gonçalves has made 24 appearances for Sporting CP so far, scoring one goal. Gonçalves is a Portugal youth international and was part of the team that won the U-19 World Cup in 2017.
Gonçalves is a young player with plenty of potential, and he is likely to continue to improve as he develops at Sporting CP.
Gonçalves is a promising talent, and he is certain to become a key player for Sporting CP in the future. Gonçalves is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to the team.
Gonçalves is a talented attacking midfielder who is capable of creating chances for his team-mates. Gonçalves is a promising young player who is likely to continue to develop and improve in the future.
37. Gonçalo Inácio
Defender
Career
- 2010–2012: Almada
- 2012–2020: Sporting CP
- 2020: Sporting CP
- 2017: Portugal U17
- 2019: Portugal U18
- 2019: Portugal U19
- 2019: Portugal U20
- 2021: Portugal U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:08, 30 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 November 2022
Gonçalo Inácio joined Sporting CP in 2021, and is currently a centre-back for the Portuguese side. Gonçalo Inácio was born on 25 August 2001 in Almada, Portugal.
Gonçalo Inácio is 1.86 metres tall and has played for Sporting CP since 2021. Gonçalo Inácio made his professional debut for Sporting CP in the Portuguese Liga in the match against Vitória Guimarães on 25 August 2021.
Gonçalo Inácio is a young and talented centre-back, with plenty of potential for the future. Gonçalo Inácio is a promising young player with a lot of potential, and I expect great things from him in the future.
Gonçalo Inácio is an exciting and talented young defender, with a lot of potential for the future.
Gonçalo Inácio was born in Almada, Portugal, on 18 January 2000. Gonçalo Inácio started playing football for local side Almada at the age of eight.
Inácio made his senior debut for Sporting CP in the 2010-12 season. Inácio has represented Portugal at both U17 and U18 level. Gonçalo Inácio is currently a first-team regular for Sporting CP.
Gonçalo Inácio is tipped for great things in the future, and is regarded as one of Portugal's top young prospects. Gonçalo Inácio is a versatile player, capable of playing both as a defender and midfielder.
Gonçalo Inácio is currently contracted to Sporting CP until 2020. Gonçalo Inácio is a hard-working player who is always keen to give his all on the pitch.
38. Marcus Edwards
Midfielder
Career
- 2006–2015: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2015–2019: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2017–2018: Norwich City (loan)
- 2018–2019: Excelsior (loan)
- 2019–2022: Vitória de Guimarães
- 2022: Sporting CP
- 2013–2014: England U16
- 2014–2015: England U17
- 2015–2016: England U18
- 2016–2017: England U19
- 2017–2018: England U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:56, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20
Marcus Edwards was born in England in 1998. He started out his career at Tottenham Hotspur, before moving to Sporting CP in Portugal in January 2019. Edwards has represented England at youth level, and is currently a full international.
He is a winger and attacking midfielder, and is known for his speed and attacking capabilities. Edwards is regarded as one of the most promising young players in Europe, and is expected to continue his development with Sporting CP.
He is a key player for Sporting CP, and is expected to lead the team in the 2019–20 season.
Edwards is a key figure for England's U17 and U20 teams, and is expected to make his debut for the senior team in 2020.
Edwards is a fast, attacking player with a great deal of potential, and is expected to play a major role in Sporting CP's future. Edwards is a key player for Sporting CP and England, and is expected to lead the team in the 2019–20 season.
39. Nuno Santos
Career
- 2003–2005: Trofense
- 2005–2012: Porto
- 2010–2011: Padroense (loan)
- 2012–2013: Rio Ave
- 2013–2014: Benfica
- 2014–2015: Benfica B
- 2015–2017: Benfica
- 2016–2017: Vitória Setúbal (loan)
- 2017–2020: Rio Ave
- 2020: Sporting CP
- 2010: Portugal U16
- 2012–2013: Portugal U18
- 2013–2014: Portugal U19
- 2014–2015: Portugal U20
- 2015: Portugal U21
Nuno Santos is a Portuguese winger who currently plays for Sporting CP. Nuno Santos started his career with Trofense before moving to Portuguese giants Porto in 2005.
Nuno Santos spent two seasons at Rio Ave before joining Benfica in 2013. Nuno Santos has made over 100 appearances for Sporting CP since joining the club in 2016. Nuno Santos has represented Portugal at youth level and made his senior debut in 2014.
Nuno Santos is a hard-working winger who is always looking to help his team score goals. Nuno Santos is a key member of the Sporting CP team and is expected to play a major role in the club's future.
Nuno Santos is a versatile player who has been used in a number of different positions for the club.
Nuno Santos is an important member of the Portuguese national team and is expected to feature at the 2018 World Cup.
40. Al-Musrati
S.C. Braga
Career
- 2013–2017: Al-Ittihad Tripoli
- 2017–2019: Vitória de Guimarães B
- 2019–2020: Vitória de Guimarães
- 2020: Rio Ave (loan)
- 2020: Braga
- 2014: Libya
Al-Musrati is a 26-year-old defensive midfielder who currently plays for Braga in Portugal. Al-Musrati started his career with Al-Ittihad Tripoli in Libya before moving to Portugal to play for Vitória de Guimarães in 2017.
Al-Musrati has made 40 appearances in the Portuguese top-flight for Vitória de Guimarães. Al-Musrati is a versatile midfielder who is capable of playing in both defense and midfield.
Al-Musrati is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team win.
Al-Musrati is a potential international player who could play for Libya at some point in the future. Al-Musrati is a promising young player who could develop further and become a top-level midfielder.
Al-Musrati is a versatile and hard-working midfielder who is looking to continue his success in Portugal and internationally.
41. Paulinho
Sporting CP
Career
- 2001–2011: Santa Maria
- 2010–2012: Santa Maria
- 2012–2013: Trofense
- 2013–2017: Gil Vicente
- 2017–2021: Braga
- 2021: Sporting CP
- 2012: Portugal U21
- 2020: Portugal
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:55, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 November 2020
Paulinho is a former Portuguese footballer who currently plays for Sporting CP. Paulinho started his career at local club Barcelos before moving to Sporting CP in 2011.
Paulinho has played for Portugal at youth levels and made his senior debut in 2013. Paulinho is known for his attacking play and has scored over 100 goals in his career.
Paulinho is contracted with Sporting until 2021. Paulinho was nominated for the PFA Player of the Year in 2018. Paulinho was part of the Portugal squad that won the European Championship in 2016.
Paulinho was named in the Portugal squad for the 2018 World Cup. Paulinho was part of the Portugal squad that won the Confederations Cup in 2017.
Paulinho is a Brazilian midfielder who has played for many clubs in his career, including Santa Maria, Trofense, Gil Vicente and Braga.
He is predominantly a central midfielder but has also been used as a left winger and forward. Paulinho has been capped by Brazil at U21 level and has also played for Portugal.
He is known for his attacking play and is a strong passer. Paulinho is a hard worker and is often involved in the build-up play.
He is a good team player and can be very effective in attacking and defensive roles. Paulinho is set to join Sporting CP in 2021. He is a versatile player and can be used in a number of different formations.
Paulinho is a key player for both country and club and is an important member of the Brazilian national team.
42. Simon Banza
RC Lens
Career
- 2014–2019: Lens B
- 2015–2022: Lens
- 2017: Béziers (loan)
- 2017–2018: UT Pétange (loan)
- 2021–2022: Famalicão (loan)
- 2022: Braga
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 11:59, 22 January 2023 (UTC)
Simon Banza is a French forward who currently plays for Braga. He has been capped at youth level by France and played for their U-21 side. Banza started his career at FC Nantes, before moving to Ligue 1 side FC Metz in the summer of 2016.
He made his debut for Metz in a 2-1 win over Toulouse in October 2016. Banza signed for Portuguese side Braga in the summer of 2018.
He made his debut for the club in a 3-2 loss to FC Porto on 16 August 2018. Banza has since made 19 appearances for Braga, scoring three goals.
Banza is a fast and powerful forward who is known for his hardworking attitude on the pitch. He is also known for his good Distribution and set piece taking abilities.
Banza is a young player with a lot of potential who is still developing as a footballer. He has the potential to become a top-level forward in the future.
Banza is a French international and has played for their U-21 side. He has also been capped at youth level by France and is currently eligible to play for the full France national team.
Banza is a hard-working player who is known for his determination and work-rate on the pitch. He is also known for his good Distribution and set piece taking abilities.
Banza is a fast and powerful forward who is known for his hardworking attitude on the pitch. He is also known for his good Distribution and set piece taking abilities.
Banza is a young player with a lot of potential who is still developing as a footballer. He has the potential to become a top-level forward in the future.
43. Fran Navarro
Valencia CF Mestalla
Career
- 2015–2021: Valencia B
- 2019–2021: Valencia
- 2019–2020: → Lokeren (loan)
- 2021: Gil Vicente
- 2013: Spain U16
- 2014–2015: Spain U17
- 2016: Spain U18
- 2015–2017: Spain U19
- 2016: Spain U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16 February 2023
Fran Navarro is a forward who currently plays for Gil Vicente. Fran Navarro is Valencia-born and developed in the youth ranks at Levante and then Valencia.
Fran Navarro made his senior debut in October 2017 and has since scored two goals in 14 appearances. Fran Navarro is a Valencia youth product and has represented his country at youth levels.
Fran Navarro is a hard-working forward who is looking to establish himself in the Segunda Division. Fran Navarro is a versatile forward who can play as a central or attacking midfielder.
Fran Navarro is looking to improve his goal tally this season and kickstart his career.
Fran Navarro is a promising Spanish forward who is looking to establish himself in the top flight. Fran Navarro is a talented forward who is looking to kickstart his career in the Segunda Division.
44. Paulo Oliveira
Portugal national football team
Career
- 2000–2005: Famalicão
- 2005–2011: Vitória Guimarães
- 2010–2014: Vitória Guimarães
- 2011–2012: Penafiel (loan)
- 2012–2014: Vitória Guimarães B
- 2014–2017: Sporting CP
- 2016: Sporting CP B
- 2017–2021: Eibar
- 2021: Braga
- 2008: Portugal U17
- 2010: Portugal U18
- 2010–2011: Portugal U19
- 2012: Portugal U20
- 2012–2015: Portugal U21
- 2015: Portugal
Paulo Oliveira is a Portuguese centre-back who currently plays for Braga. Oliveira started his career with Vitória Guimarães before moving to Penafiel on loan in 2012.
After returning to Vitória Guimarães, Oliveira made 46 appearances for the club before joining Braga in 2014. Oliveira is a versatile defender, capable of playing at centre-back or in the midfield.
Oliveira is a regular for Portugal at youth level, and has represented his country at both under-21 and under-23 level. Oliveira is known for his physicality in the centre-back position, and is a key player for Braga.
Oliveira is contracted to Braga until 2020. Oliveira is a Portugal international, having made his debut in 2014. Paulo Oliveira is a Portuguese international footballer who plays for Eibar in La Liga.
Paulo Oliveira made his professional debut for Sporting CP in 2014 and has since gone on to make 59 appearances for the club.
Paulo Oliveira has also represented Portugal at UEFA European Under-21 Championship, where he reached the final in 2015. Paulo Oliveira is a versatile player, who can play as a midfielder or forward.
Paulo Oliveira is contracted to Eibar until 2021 and is likely to feature prominently for the club during that time. Paulo Oliveira is a highly-rated player and is likely to attract interest from top European clubs in the future.
Paulo Oliveira is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team. Paulo Oliveira is an experienced player, having played in the top leagues in Europe.
Paulo Oliveira is a player with a great future ahead of him and is likely to be a key player for Eibar in the future.
45. Iuri Medeiros
S.C. Braga
Career
- 2004–2005: Sporting Horta
- 2005–2013: Sporting CP
- 2012–2017: Sporting CP B
- 2015: Arouca (loan)
- 2015–2016: Moreirense (loan)
- 2016–2017: Boavista (loan)
- 2017–2019: Sporting CP
- 2018–2019: Genoa (loan)
- 2019: Legia Warsaw (loan)
- 2019–2021: 1. FC Nürnberg
- 2020–2021: Braga (loan)
- 2021: Braga
- 2009: Portugal U15
- 2009–2010: Portugal U16
- 2010–2011: Portugal U17
- 2011–2012: Portugal U18
- 2013: Portugal U19
- 2014: Portugal U20
- 2014−2017: Portugal U21
- 2016: Portugal U23
Iuri Medeiros is a Portuguese winger who currently plays for Braga. He started his career at Sporting Horta before moving to Sporting CP. In 2017, he joined Sporting CP on loan from Sporting CP.
Iuri Medeiros has made 68 appearances for Sporting CP, scoring 12 goals. Iuri Medeiros is a winger who likes to attack from the left side. He is a versatile player who can play in any position on the pitch.
Iuri Medeiros is 28 years old and has been playing football for 12 years. Iuri Medeiros is a Portugal international and has played for his country at youth level and senior level. Iuri Medeiros is expected to return to Sporting CP in the summer of 2019.
Iuri Medeiros is 1.74 metres tall and plays as a winger. Iuri Medeiros is a Portugal international and is contracted to Sporting CP until the summer of 2019.
Iuri Medeiros is a versatile player who can play in any position on the pitch, and is expected to be a key part of the Sporting CP squad in the future.
46. Pizzi
S.L. Benfica
Career
- 1999-2000: Mãe d'Água
- 2000–2007: Bragança
- 2007–2008: Braga
- 2007: Bragança
- 2008–2012: Braga
- 2008–2009: Ribeirão (loan)
- 2009: Covilhã (loan)
- 2010–2011: Paços de Ferreira (loan)
- 2011–2012: Atlético Madrid (loan)
- 2012–2013: Atlético Madrid
- 2012–2013: Deportivo La Coruña (loan)
- 2013–2022: Benfica
- 2013–2014: Espanyol (loan)
- 2022: İstanbul Başakşehir (loan)
- 2022: Al Wahda
- 2023: Braga
- 2008: Portugal U19
- 2010–2011: Portugal U21
- 2011: Portugal U23
- 2012–2019: Portugal
Luis Miguel Afonso Fernandes, commonly known as Pizzi, is a Portuguese footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Braga. Pizzi started his career at hometown club Mãe d'Água, before joining Braga in 2007.
He made his senior debut the following year. Pizzi has been a regular member of the Portugal national team, making his debut in 2007. He has since won 50 caps, scoring three goals. In 2018, Pizzi signed for Braga's rivals Benfica.
Pizzi is a versatile player, able to play either as a central midfielder or on the left wing. Pizzi is a hardworking player who is known for his defensive work.
Pizzi is contracted to Braga until 2020. Pizzi is a fan favourite at Braga, and is often referred to as the "king of the midfield".
Pizzi is a key part of the Portugal national team, and is expected to be a part of the team at the 2020 European Championships.
47. Gonçalo Esteves
Career
- 2010–2011: ADECAS
- 2011–2021: Porto
- 2019–2020: Padroense (youth loan)
- 2021–: Sporting CP B
- 2021–: Sporting CP
- 2022: Estoril (loan)
- 2019–2020: Portugal U16
- 2021–2022: Portugal U18
- 2021: Portugal U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 November 2022
Gonçalo Esteves was born on February 27th, 2004 in Aboim das Choças, Portugal. He is a right-back for Sporting CP and made his professional debut in the Primeira Liga on November 21st, 2016 in a game against Vitória Guimarães.
Gonçalo has represented Portugal at under-16, under-17, and under-19 level. Gonçalo has also played for ADECAS, a youth side affiliated with Sporting CP.
Gonçalo is a hard-working defender who is looking to establish himself as one of the top right-backs in Portugal.
Gonçalo is a popular player with the Sporting fans and is seen as a long-term fixture at the club. Gonçalo is also a hard-working member of the Portugal national team and is looking to make his mark at the senior level.
Gonçalo is married and has one child. Gonçalo is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at right-back or centre-back.
48. Roberto Massimo
VfB Stuttgart
Career
- 2014: SV Lippstadt
- 2014–2017: Arminia Bielefeld
- 2017–2018: Arminia Bielefeld
- 2018: VfB Stuttgart
- 2018–2019: Arminia Bielefeld (loan)
- 2022: Académico de Viseu (loan)
- 2018: Germany U19
- 2020–2021: Germany U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 2 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16:29, 13 November 2021 (UTC)
Roberto Massimo is a forward who currently plays for Académico de Viseu on loan from VfB Stuttgart. He was born in Ghana in 2000 and started his career at the age of 16 with hometown club Accra Hearts.
Massimo made his professional debut in the Portuguese second division in 2018 and was an influential player for Académico. He has previously played for VfB Stuttgart and Porto. Massimo is a versatile forward who can play on either flank or up front.
He is a strong physical player who is capable of scoring goals. Massimo is a young player with a lot of potential and he is likely to improve further in the future.
He is a popular player with the Académico supporters and he is likely to continue to be a key player for the club in the future.
Roberto Massimo is a promising young player with a bright future and he is likely to play a major role in Académico's future successes.
49. Tiago Almeida
Career
- 2019: Anadia
- 2019–2020: Tondela
- 2020: Tondela
- 2022: Portugal U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 August 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20:11, 29 March 2022 (UTC)
Tiago Almeida is a young Portuguese right-back who currently plays for Tondela. He was born on August 28th, 2001 in the town of Anadia.
Almeida has played for various youth teams in Portugal, and made his professional debut with Tondela in the Segunda Liga in 2018.
Almeida is known for his aggressive defending, and is a regular in the Portugal national youth teams. Tiago Almeida is set to become a key player for Tondela in the upcoming season, and is expected to improve further in the coming years.
Almeida is a young and talented player, and will continue to develop and improve over the next few years.
Tiago Almeida is a regular for the Portugal national youth teams, and is set to make a name for himself in the coming years. Tiago Almeida is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a left back for Portuguese club Tondela.
Tiago Almeida began his career at hometown club Anadia before joining Tondela in July 2019. Tiago Almeida made his professional debut for Tondela in a 2-1 away victory over Leixões S.C.
on 1 August 2020. Tiago Almeida has represented Portugal at youth level, making one appearance for the Portugal U21 team in a 1-0 away victory over Sweden U21 on 22 February 2022.
Tiago Almeida is a left back by trade and is usually deployed as a left wing back. Tiago Almeida is a hard-working player who is known for his strong defensive play.
Tiago Almeida is a versatile player who is able to play in several positions on the left wing back position.
Tiago Almeida is a fast player who can cover a lot of ground. Tiago Almeida is a promising young player who has the potential to develop into a top-level left back.
50. Mateus Sarará
Career
- 2011–2021: Grêmio
- 2021–2022: Grêmio
- 2022: Avaí (loan)
- 2023: Trofense
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:37, 25 November 2021 (UTC)
Mateus Sarará is a young defensive midfielder who currently plays for Trofense in the Portuguese Liga. He was born in Viamão, Brazil on June 29, 2002 and began his career with Brazilian clubs including Vasco da Gama, Atlético-MG and Cruzeiro.
In 2017, Sarará joined Portuguese side Trofense. In 26 appearances for the club, he has scored one goal. Mateus Sarará has been called up to the Portuguese U-21 team and made one appearance. He is a versatile player who can play as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder or even as a central defender.
Mateus Sarará is a promising young player who has a lot of potential and is still developing as a player. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance.
Mateus Sarará is a talented player who has the potential to become a professional footballer. He is a young player with a lot of potential who is still developing as a player.
51. Marco Pereira
C.D. Santa Clara
Career
- 2000–2001: CCR São Martinho
- 2002: Arrifanense
- 2002: CCR São Martinho
- 2003–2006: Boavista
- 2006–2007: Boavista
- 2006–2007: Trofense (loan)
- 2007–2012: Trofense
- 2012–2014: Feirense
- 2014–2017: Freamunde
- 2017: Santa Clara
- 2004: Portugal U17
- 2006: Portugal U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:54, 4 February 2023 (UTC)
Marco Pereira is a Portuguese goalkeeper who currently plays for Santa Clara. Pereira started his career at CCR São Martinho in 2000. In 2002, Pereira moved to Arrifanense.
Pereira made his professional debut for Santa Clara in the 2014–15 season. Pereira has represented Portugal at youth level. Pereira is a goalkeeper and has been described as "solid and dependable".
[1] Pereira is a fan favourite at Santa Clara and is often vocal on the pitch.[2] Pereira is contracted with Santa Clara until 2020.
Marco Pereira is married and has two children.[1] Marco Pereira began his senior career with Boavista, playing 63 league games for the club before moving to Trofense on a loan in 2007.
He played 42 games for Feirense before joining Freamunde in 2014. Pereira moved to Santa Clara in 2017, where he has played 140 games over the past two seasons.
He has also represented Portugal at youth level. Pereira is a versatile defender, capable of playing at either left-back or centre-back. He is also known for his strong attacking play.
Pereira has been capped by Portugal at youth level, and is likely to be called up to the senior team in the future. He is a key player for Santa Clara. Pereira is a tireless worker, and is always looking to improve his game.
He is a vital part of the Santa Clara defence, and is likely to be part of the club’s long-term future.
Marco Pereira is a talented defender, and is likely to be a mainstay in the Portuguese national team for years to come. He is a key player for Santa Clara, and is an important part of the club’s future.
Final Words
Liga Portugal is the top division of professional football in Portugal. It is organised and operated by the Portuguese Football Federation, and its current champion is Benfica, which won its fifteenth title in the 2017–18 season.
Other top clubs include Sporting CP, Porto, and Braga. The league has a total of 22 teams, with the first division having 18 and the second division having 4. The top scorer in the history of the Portuguese Liga is Eusébio, with 264 goals in 384 matches.
