51 Sl Benfica Best Players of All Time

SL Benfica is one of the most successful and iconic football clubs in Portugal and across Europe. Founded in 1904, it has a long and illustrious history, having won more than 70 major trophies and having been a dominant force in Portuguese football for over a century.

With a passionate fan base, Benfica continues to strive for excellence both on and off the pitch and is widely considered to be one of the most successful clubs in the world.

1. Rúben Dias

Manchester City F.C.

Career

• 2006–2008: Estrela da Amadora
• 2008–2015: Benfica
• 2015–2017: Benfica B
• 2017–2020: Benfica
• 2020: Manchester City
• 2013: Portugal U16
• 2013–2014: Portugal U17
• 2014–2016: Portugal U19
• 2016–2017: Portugal U20
• 2017: Portugal U21
• 2018: Portugal

Rúben Dias is a 25-year-old centre back who currently plays for Manchester City. Rúben Dias started his career at Estrela da Amadora before moving to Benfica in 2015.

Rúben Dias has played 55 times for Benfica B and scored zero goals. Rúben Dias joined Manchester City in 2017 and made his debut the following year against Chelsea FC, playing the full 90 minutes.

On 20 May 2019, he helped City win their first ever Premier League title by scoring a dramatic late goal against Liverpool FC.

After helping Manchester City win their second Premier League title in 2018–19, as well as being named PFA Players' Player of the Year, Rúben dos Santos was named in Portugal's squad for the 2020 European Championship.

He made his international debut on 10 June 2020 during a 3–1 victory over Hungary, and went on to play all four of Portugal's matches at the UEFA Euro 2020 tournament including their final match which they lost 1–0 to France.

Rúben dos Santos has also represented Portugal at U17, U20, and U23 levels Born in 1992, Rúben Dias is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a winger for Benfica and the Portugal national team.

A product of Porto's youth academy, Dias made his senior debut in 2012 and has since gone on to make over 200 appearances for the club. 

In 2017 he joined Portugal's U21 side and went on to make four appearances before being called up to the full squad shortly after Euro 2020 qualifying began. 

At the international level, Dias has been part of the Portuguese squad that has won two Nations League titles and reached two European Championships finals (2016 & 2020). 

Known for his pace, trickery, and crossing ability from wide areas, Dias is seen as one of Portugal's most promising young players going into the future.

Also Played For: portugal football team,

2. Ederson

Manchester City F.C.

Career

• 2008–2009: São Paulo
• 2009–2011: Benfica
• 2011–2012: Ribeirão
• 2012–2015: Rio Ave
• 2015: Benfica B
• 2015–2017: Benfica
• 2017: Manchester City
• 2014: Brazil U23
• 2017: Brazil

Ederson is a Brazilian goalkeeper who has played for Manchester City since 2016. Ederson made his debut in 2011 with Ribeirão and helped the club win the Brasileiro that season.

In 2012, he moved to Portuguese side Benfica and helped them reach the Europa League final. In 2016, Ederson joined Manchester City and quickly established himself as a first-choice keeper.

He has won two Premier League titles (2017–18; 2018-19) and one FA Cup (2018). At the international level, Ederson has represented Brazil at the Under-20s level, Copa America Centenario, Olympics (2016), Confederations Cup (2017), and World Cup (2018).

Ederson is a Brazilian goalkeeper who has played for both Benfica and Manchester City. Ederson made his senior debut for Benfica in 2013, helping the club to win three championships during that time. 

In 2017, he moved to Manchester City where he has won two Premier League titles and one FA Cup since then.

Ederson was part of Brazil's squad at the 2018 World Cup which they reached the semi-finals of before being beaten by France. He is currently contracted to Manchester City until 2021.

Also Played For: premier league fantasy football, football manager 2022

3. Ángel Di María

Midfielder

Career

• 1991–1992 : Torito
• 1992–2005 : Rosario Central
• 2005–2007: Rosario Central
• 2007–2010 : Benfica
• 2010–2014 : Real Madrid
• 2014–2015 : Manchester United
• 2015–2022 : Paris Saint-Germain
• 2022 : Juventus
• 2007 : Argentina U20
• 2008 : Argentina U23
• 2008 : Argentina

Di María is a world-class attacking midfielder who has played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including Real Madrid and Juventus. Di María was born in Rosario, Argentina in 1988 and started his career with Torito before joining Rosario Central in 2005.

Di maría joined Benfica in 2007 where he made 76 appearances over three seasons before moving to Real Madrid at the end of 2010. He spent two years in Madrid before signing for Juventus ahead of the 2016–17 season. 

As well as being an accomplished attacker, Di maría is also known for his crossing ability and set pieces which have helped him score goals both domestically and internationally throughout his career so far.

Having won numerous honors during his time playing football (including club titles with both Rosario Central and Benfica), Ángel Di María is currently plying his trade with Serie A side Juventus where he continues to be one of their most influential players on the pitch.

Also Played For: real madrid, argentina national football team

4. David Luiz

Defender

Career

• 1999–2001: São Paulo
• 2001–2005: Vitória
• 2006–2007: Vitória
• 2007:  Benfica (loan)
• 2007–2011: Benfica
• 2011–2014: Chelsea
• 2014–2016: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2016–2019: Chelsea
• 2019–2021: Arsenal
• 2021: Flamengo
• 2007: Brazil U20
• 2010–2017: Brazil

David Luiz is a Brazilian central defender who has played for Chelsea and Flamengo. He was born in Diadema, Brazil on April 22nd 1987. David started his career at São Paulo before moving to Vitória in 2006.

In 2007 he joined Chelsea where he made over 150 appearances until leaving the club in 2017. David rejoined Flamengo in 2018 and has since made 27 appearances for them David Luiz is a Brazilian defender who has played for Chelsea and PSG.

He was part of the Brazil team that finished third at the Confederations Cup in 2013. 3. David Luiz joined Benfica on loan in 2007, before moving to Chelsea two years later. 4. In 2017, he rejoined his former club Benfica on a permanent deal.

At international level, David Luiz made 57 appearances for Brazil between 2010 and 2017.

Also Played For: psg, s.l. benfica

5. Julian Draxler

Forward

Career

• 1998–2000: BV Rentfort
• 2000–2001: SSV Buer 07/28
• 2001–2011: Schalke 04
• 2011–2015: Schalke 04
• 2015–2016: VfL Wolfsburg
• 2017: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2022:  Benfica (loan)
• 2010–2011: Germany U18
• 2011: Germany U19
• 2011: Germany U21
• 2012: Germany

Julian Draxler is a German attacking midfielder who currently plays for Benfica on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. 

Draxler made his professional debut with Schalke 04 in 2011 and has since spent time at several other clubs, most notably PSG where he won Ligue 1 and the French cup during his two seasons there.

He was part of Germany's squad that competed at the 2014 World Cup, but did not feature in any matches as they were eliminated in the group stage. Draxler has been capped 41 times by Germany, scoring 5 goals.

He is known for his speed and dribbling skills which have seen him labelled one of Europe's best midfielders up to date[citation needed.

Julian Draxler is married to model Aleksandra Kostic and they have one child together. Julian Draxler is a versatile midfielder who can play in various positions on the pitch. 

Julian Draxler has been playing for Schalke 04 since 2011 and has had success at both club level and international level. He was part of the German squad that won the World Cup in 2014, as well as helping them to win the Confederations Cup in 2017.

In 2020, he will move abroad for a season when he joins Benfica on loan from PSG.

Also Played For: vfl wolfsburg, fc schalke 04

6. Darwin Núñez

Career

• 2017–2019: Peñarol
• 2019–2020: Almería
• 2020–2022: Benfica
• 2022: Liverpool
• 2018–2019: Uruguay U20
• 2019: Uruguay U22
• 2019: Uruguay
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:58, 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17

Darwin Núñez is a Uruguayan striker who currently plays for Liverpool. He was born on 24 June 1999 in Artigas, Uruguay and has played for La Luz youth team.

In March 2018, he made his senior debut for Liverpool in the Premier League against Cardiff City and scored two goals in a 3-1 victory. 

At international level, Núñez has represented Uruguay at various age levels from U17 to U20 before making his full national team debut in November 2017 against Chile.

Darwin is known as an effective forward with good dribbling skills and fast acceleration; he is also capable of scoring decisive goals at important moments of matches Darwin Núñez is a Uruguayan footballer who plays as a striker for Peñarol. 

He has played professionally in Spain, Portugal and England, winning several titles along the way.

In 2018 he helped Uruguay win the Copa América Centenario, scoring four goals including one in the final against Argentina. 

After his impressive performance at the tournament Darwin was signed by Liverpool FC where he will be hoping to help them challenge for honours in Europe next season.

Also Played For: uruguay national football team

7. Raúl Jiménez

Forward

Career

• 2008–2011: América
• 2011–2014: América
• 2014–2015: Atlético Madrid
• 2015–2019: Benfica
• 2018–2019:  Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
• 2019: Wolverhampton Wanderers
• 2012: Mexico U23
• 2013: Mexico

Raúl Alonso Jiménez Rodríguez is a Mexican footballer who plays as a forward for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the English Premier League. 

He made his professional debut with Atlético Madrid in La Liga during the 2014–15 season, and went on to make 21 appearances for them before joining Wolves in August 2015.

Raúl has won two international caps for Mexico since making his senior debut in 2011, most notably scoring against America at the Copa América Centenario tournament last summer. 

In February 2016, he was named captain of Mexico's under-23 team ahead of their Olympic qualifiers later that year. As well as football, Raúl is also educated at El Colegio de México and holds Spanish citizenship.

Raúl Jiménez is a Mexican international footballer who plays as a midfielder for Portuguese club Benfica.

He started his career with Atlas in Mexico before moving to Europe and joining Wolverhampton Wanderers on loan in 2018. 

In the 2019-season, he joined Wolves permanently and has since helped them win the English Premier League title twice - once in 2020 and again in 2022. 

Raúl Jiménez was part of the Mexico squad that competed at the Olympic Games in London where they reached the quarter finals but were beaten by Brazil. 

After winning back-to-back titles with Wolves, Raúl signed for Spanish side Valencia CF on a four year deal early in January 2025.

Also Played For: wolverhampton wanderers f.c, club america

8. Axel Witsel

Midfielder

Career

• 1995–1997: RRC Vottem
• 1997–1999: CS Visé
• 1999–2006: Standard Liège
• 2006–2011: Standard Liège
• 2011–2012: Benfica
• 2012–2016: Zenit Saint Petersburg
• 2017–2018: Tianjin Quanjian
• 2018–2022: Borussia Dortmund
• 2022: Atlético Madrid
• 2004: Belgium U15
• 2005: Belgium U16
• 2005–2006: Belgium U17
• 2006–2007: Belgium U18
• 2006: Belgium U19
• 2007–2009: Belgium U21
• 2008: Belgium

Axel Witsel was born on January 12, 1989 in Liège, Belgium. He started his career at RRC Vottem and then played for CS Visé before joining Standard Liège in 2006.

In 2011, he joined Benfica where he made over 100 appearances and won two Portuguese Liga titles (2012–13, 2013–14). In July 2016, Witsel signed with Atlético Madrid for a reported fee of €40 million.

With Atlético Madrid, Witsel has helped the club win the Spanish League title twice (2017-18; 2018-19) as well as the UEFA Europa League (2018-19).

He has also been part of Belgium's World Cup squad this year and scored their first goal in their Round of 16 match against Panama. Axel Witsel is one of Europe's most highly rated defensive midfielders and is often compared to Claude Makelele from Chelsea FC.

Also Played For: standard liege, standard de liège

9. Roman Yaremchuk

Forward

Career

• 2002–2007: Karpaty Lviv
• 2007–2012: Dynamo Kyiv
• 2012–2017: Dynamo Kyiv
• 2013–2015:  Dynamo-2 Kyiv
• 2016:  Oleksandriya (loan)
• 2017–2021: Gent
• 2021–2022: Benfica
• 2022 : Club Brugge
• 2012: Ukraine U16
• 2012: Ukraine U17
• 2012–2013: Ukraine U18
• 2013–2014: Ukraine U19
• 2014–2015: Ukraine U21
• 2018 : Ukraine
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:11, 6 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022

Yaremchuk is a striker who currently plays for Club Brugge. He started his career with Karpaty Lviv and spent six years with the club before signing for Dynamo Kyiv in 2012.

In 2017, he moved to Club Brugge and has since scored 25 goals in 54 appearances for them, helping the club win the Belgian Pro League title in 2018-19. 

Yaremchuk was born in Ukraine but grew up in Belgium where he played football at youth level before making his senior debut for Dynamo Kyiv aged just 18 years old.

After two seasons playing mostly as a substitute, Yaremchuk broke into first team action under then-manager Oleksandr Shovkovskiy and went on to score 16 league goals over two seasons.

While also appearing at UEFA Champions League qualifying stages and Europa League group stage matches during that time span.

Also Played For: ukraine soccer, club brugge kv

10. 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: sporting cp, liga portugal

11. Rui Costa

Career

• 1977–1990: Benfica
• 1990–1994: Benfica
• 1990–1991: Fafe (loan)
• 1994–2001: Fiorentina
• 2001–2006: AC Milan
• 2006–2008: Benfica
• 1990: Portugal U18
• 1991: Portugal U20
• 1992–1994: Portugal U21
• 1993–2004: Portugal

Rui Costa is the current 34th President of Benfica, having been in charge since 10 October 2021. 

He first came to prominence as a player with Sporting CP, winning two Primeira Liga titles and two Inter-Cities Fairs Cups with them before moving on to Valencia CF where he won another La Liga title in 2006.

After leaving Valencia, Costa joined Chelsea FC for £32 million but only managed four Premier League appearances before being loaned out to Atlético Madrid where he helped the club win their first-ever European Cup in 2014. 

In June 2017, it was announced that Rui Costa would be taking over as manager of Portuguese side Vitória de Setúbal following the sacking of Vítor Pereira.

However, after just one season at the helm (in which they were relegated), he left the club by mutual consent on 22 December 2017. 

On 10 October 2021, it was announced that Rui Costa had been elected president of Benfica after defeating Luís Filipe Vieira in a run-off vote following weeks of campaigning by both candidates. 

As president of Benfica, Costa has overseen several major signings including Eder Militao from Porto and João Cancelo from Manchester City; as well as reaching the semi-finals and final stages of both UEFA Champions League and Europa League respectively during.

His time at the club so far - something which has made him one of Portugal's most successful footballers thus far.

Also Played For: acf fiorentina

12. 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

13. 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

14. Enzo Pérez

Club Atlético River Plate

Career

• 1996–2003: Deportivo Maipú
• 2003–2007: Godoy Cruz
• 2007–2011: Estudiantes
• 2011–2014: Benfica
• 2012: Estudiantes (loan)
• 2015–2017: Valencia
• 2017: River Plate
• 2009–2018: Argentina

Enzo Pérez is a central midfielder who currently plays for River Plate. Enzo made his professional debut with Deportivo Maipú in 1996 at the age of 16. He went on to make over 200 appearances for the club, including 51 in Argentina's top-flight Primera Division.

Enzo has also represented Chile and Spain at the international level, winning 19 caps for the latter country and scoring one goal. 

In 2018, he represented Argentina at the World Cup where they reached the semi-finals before losing to France Born on 15 September 1988 in Buenos Aires, Enzo Pérez is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Spanish club Valencia and the Argentina national team.

After starting his career at Godoy Cruz, Pérez moved to Estudiantes in 2007 before joining Benfica three years later. 

He helped lead Benfica to two Portuguese League titles and one Europa League title during his time there before signing for Valencia in January 2017. 

With Valenca, he has also won the Copa del Rey twice and the La Liga once. On 31 May 2018, Pérez was named captain of Argentina by manager Jorge Sampaoli following Gerardo Martino's resignation from that position.

In total, he has made 126 appearances for Argentina scoring 16 goals since making his debut in 2009.

Also Played For: club atlético river plate, argentine primera división

15. Everton Soares

Career

• 2009–2012: Fortaleza
• 2012:  Grêmio (loan)
• 2013: Grêmio
• 2014–2020: Grêmio
• 2020–2022: Benfica
• 2022: Flamengo
• 2018: Brazil

Everton Soares is a Brazilian winger who signed with Flamengo in 2020. Everton won the Campeonato Cearense with Fortaleza before moving to Grêmio on loan in 2013.

He helped Grêmio win the Copa Libertadores that season and was named MVP of the competition. Everton joined Flamengo permanently ahead of their debut season in Brazil's top flight, scoring five goals from 26 appearances.

Everton Soares is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Portuguese club Benfica. Everton Soares made his international debut in 2018 and has so far represented Brazil at Copa América, winning the tournament in 2019. 

Everton Soares began his career with Grêmio before moving to Portugal to play for Benfica, where he currently captains the team.

Everton Soares is known for his strong defence and accurate passing skills which have seen him become a key player for both Benfica and Brazil on the international stage. 

Everton Soares is expected to feature heavily in Brazil's upcoming World Cup campaign this year, having been named captain by coach Tite ahead of Russia2018.

Also Played For: campeonato brasileiro série a, copa libertadores

16. 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.

Also Played For: spanish fut, football manager 2017

17. João Félix

Chelsea F.C.

Career

• 2007–2008: Os Pestinhas
• 2008–2015: Porto
• 2014–2015: Padroense (loan)
• 2015–2018: Benfica
• 2016–2018: Benfica B
• 2018–2019: Benfica
• 2019: Atlético Madrid
• 2023: Chelsea (loan)
• 2017: Portugal U18
• 2018: Portugal U19
• 2017–2018: Portugal U21
• 2019: Portugal

João Félix is a Portuguese footballer who currently plays for Chelsea on loan from Atlético Madrid. Félix was born on 10 November 1999 in Viseu, Portugal.

Félix is a forward or winger who can also play as an attacking midfielder. Félix started his career at Os Pestinhas before signing for Porto in 2014. Félix spent two seasons with Benfica before moving to Chelsea in 2018.

Félix has made over 100 appearances for Porto, Benfica, and Atlético Madrid. Félix is Portugal's youngest ever player to score a goal at the senior level. Félix has represented his nation at youth level, including at the European U-19 Championship.

Félix is a regular for the Portugal national team and was part of the squad that won the European Under-21 Championship in 2016. 

João Félix is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays for Atlético Madrid in La Liga. He started his career at Benfica, before joining Atlético Madrid in 2018.

João Félix has represented Portugal at youth level, and has also played for the country's under-21 side. 

He has made over 30 appearances for Benfica, and also played in all five of their UEFA Champions League matches in 2019. João Félix is known for his pace, dribbling ability, and crossing ability.

He is expected to feature prominently for Atlético Madrid in the coming season. João Félix is a Portugal international, and has made 4 appearances for the nation's senior side.

Also Played For: youth soccer, la liga

18. 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, football manager 2021

19. André Gomes

Portugal national football team

Career

• 2005–2008: Porto
• 2008–2009: Pasteleira
• 2009–2011: Boavista
• 2011–2012: Benfica
• 2012–2014: Benfica B
• 2012–2015: Benfica
• 2014–2015: Valencia (loan)
• 2015–2016: Valencia
• 2016–2019: Barcelona
• 2018–2019: Everton (loan)
• 2019: Everton
• 2022: Lille (loan)
• 2010: Portugal U17
• 2010–2011: Portugal U18
• 2011–2012: Portugal U19
• 2012–2013: Portugal U20
• 2013–2014: Portugal U21
• 2014–2018: Portugal

André Gomes is a Portuguese central midfielder who currently plays for Lille on loan from Everton. Gomes made his debut for Porto in 2005 at the age of just 16 and quickly became a key player for the club.

Gomes moved to Boavista in 2009 and helped them to win the Primeira Liga in 2011. Gomes joined Benfica in 2012 and was part of the team that won the Europa League the following year. Gomes joined Everton in 2016 but was loaned to Lille the following year.

Gomes has represented Portugal at youth level and made his senior debut in 2017. Gomes is known for his strong passing and attacking play and is a key player for Lille. 

Gomes is expected to be a key part of Portugal’s squad for the 2018 World Cup. Gomes is a talented midfielder with a great future ahead of him and is expected to be a top player for many years to come.

Also Played For: losc lille

20. Nicolás Otamendi

S.L. Benfica

Career

• 1995–2007: Vélez Sarsfield
• 2007–2010: Vélez Sarsfield
• 2010–2014: Porto
• 2014–2015: Valencia
• 2014:  Atlético Mineiro (loan)
• 2015–2020: Manchester City
• 2020: Benfica
• 2009: Argentina

Nicolás Otamendi is a central defender who currently plays for Portuguese club Benfica. Otamendi began his career at Argentine club Vélez Sarsfield before moving to Portuguese side Porto in 2010.

Otamendi spent two seasons with Valencia before joining Atlético Mineiro on loan in 2014. He made his international debut for Argentina in 2014 and has since represented his country at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Otamendi is a regular member of the Argentina national team and is considered one of the best defenders in the world. Otamendi is married and has two children. He is a passionate footballer and is known for his hard work on the pitch.

Otamendi is contracted to Benfica until 2020. He is a fan of Manchester United and admires former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand.

Also Played For: football manager 2010

21. Enzo Fernández

Career

• 2005–2006: Club La Recova
• 2006–2019: River Plate
• 2019–2022: River Plate
• 2020–2021:  Defensa y Justicia (loan)
• 2022–2023: Benfica
• 2023: Chelsea
• 2019: Argentina U18
• 2022: Argentina

Enzo Fernández is a 22-year-old central midfielder currently playing for Chelsea. Fernández started his career at Club La Recova before moving to River Plate in 2019.

Fernández has made 25 appearances for Argentina, including at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Enzo Fernández is a versatile midfielder who can play in central midfield or as a forward.

Enzo Fernández is an exciting young player with a lot of potential. Fernández, a versatile defender/midfielder, began his professional career at River Plate in 2007. 

He made his international debut in 2013, and has since appeared in ten World Cup matches for Argentina.

He joined English side Chelsea in the summer of 2016, but left the club in February of the following year. 

Fernández has since played for Portuguese side Benfica and Argentine side Defensa y Justicia. In 2019, he joined Argentine side River Plate on a loan deal. He is currently contracted to Benfica until the end of the 2020–21 season.

Fernández has been described as a versatile defender with good passing and tackling abilities. He is known for his strong shot from distance. Fernández is a regular member of the Argentina national team, and is considered one of the best defenders in the world.

22. 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.

23. Chiquinho

Midfielder

Career

• 2003–2006: UDS Roriz
• 2006–2007: Pasteleira
• 2007–2008: Boavista
• 2008–2009: Pasteleira
• 2009–2014: Leixões
• 2014–2017: Leixões
• 2016:  Gondomar (loan)
• 2017–2018: Lokomotiva
• 2017–2018:  Académica (loan)
• 2018: Académica
• 2018: Benfica
• 2018–2019: Moreirense
• 2019: Benfica
• 2021–2022:  Braga (loan)
• 2022:  Giresunspor (loan)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:53, 4 February 2023 (UTC)

Chiquinho is a Portuguese attacking midfielder who currently plays for Benfica. Chiquinho made his professional debut with UDS Roriz in 2003 at the age of just 13.

After a successful youth career, he signed with Portuguese giants Benfica in 2017. Chiquinho is known for his dribbling skills and goalscoring ability. He has been a regular scorer for Benfica in the Portuguese Primeira Liga and Europa League.

Chiquinho is a Portugal U21 international and was part of the team that won the 2017 U21 European Championship. Chiquinho is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith in the media. He is considered a role model by many young footballers.

Chiquinho is a popular figure with Benfica fans and is often seen in the stands cheering on his team. Chiquinho is married and has two children. 

He is a popular figure in the Portuguese community in the United States. Chiquinho is a serious footballer and is often seen training hard in order to improve his performance.

Chiquinho is a popular figure on social media and has over 2 million followers on Instagram.

24. 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.

25. Luisão

Defender

Career

• 1999: Juventus-SP
• 2000–2003: Cruzeiro
• 2003–2018: Benfica
• 2001: Brazil U20
• 2001–2011: Brazil

Luisão is a Brazilian centre back who has been playing in Portugal for Benfica since 2003. Luisão has been a regular starter for Benfica over the last few seasons and is a key part of their defence.

Luisão has also played for Juventus and Cruzeiro in his career, and is known for his strong defending skills. Luisão is currently 42 years old and is likely to retire at the end of the season. Luisão is a Brazilian international and has made 34 appearances for the national team.

Luisão is a hard-working defender who is known for his leadership qualities. Luisão is a physically imposing player who is not afraid to get stuck in tackles. 

Luisão is a highly-rated defender and is likely to be a major figure in Portuguese football for many years to come. Luisão is a versatile defender who can play at centre back or midfield, and is a key part of Benfica's defence.

26. Lucas Veríssimo

Centre-back

Career

• 2011: José Bonifácio
• 2012–2013: Linense
• 2013–2015: Santos
• 2016–2021: Santos
• 2021: Benfica
• 2021: Brazil
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:42, 31 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 October 2021 (UTC)

Lucas Veríssimo is a Brazilian central defender who currently plays for Portuguese club Benfica. He joined the club in 2017 from Santos, and has made 22 appearances in all competitions.

Veríssimo is considered one of the most promising young defenders in Brazil, and has been tipped for great things in the future. 

He has represented his country at youth level, and was part of the Brazilian team that won the 2017 U-20 World Cup.

Veríssimo is a versatile defender, capable of playing at either centre back or left back. He is a hard worker who is always looking to put in a shift for the team, and is a major part of Benfica's defensive line. 

Veríssimo is set to continue his development at Benfica, and is looking to establish himself as one of the top defenders in Europe.

He is a popular member of the Benfica squad, and is highly respected by his team-mates. Veríssimo is a dedicated defender who is always looking to improve his game, and is sure to be a major player in the Portuguese championship in the future.

Also Played For: santos fc

27. Alexander Bah

Career

• 1998–2011: Aarslev Boldklub
• 2011–2013: B 1913
• 2013–2014: Næsby
• 2014–2015: Ikast FS
• 2015–2016: Næsby
• 2016: Næsby
• 2016–2018: HB Køge
• 2018–2020: SønderjyskE
• 2020–2022: Slavia Prague
• 2022: Benfica
• 2017: Denmark U20
• 2018–2019: Denmark U21
• 2020: Denmark
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:22, 4 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Bah was born in Denmark in 1997 and started his football career with Aarslev Boldklub in 1998. He joined B 1913 in 2011 and made his senior debut for the club in a Danish Cup game against AGF in December of that year.

Bah made his first start for Benfica in a Champions League game against Sporting CP in October of 2012. Bah is a right-back and has been a regular for Benfica since making his debut. 

Bah has represented Denmark at youth levels and was part of the Danish U-17 team that won the European Championship in 2013.

Bah is contracted to Benfica until 2022 and is likely to remain with the club after that. Alexander Bah is a Danish footballer who plays for Slavia Prague. Bah has represented Denmark at U21 level and has also played for Denmark U20. 

Bah is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions. Bah has made 58 appearances for HB Køge and 43 appearances for Slavia Prague.

Bah is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing accuracy. Bah is expected to feature for Denmark at the upcoming 2020 European Championships. 

Alexander Bah is a talented midfielder who has the potential to play at a high level for many years to come.

Also Played For: denmark national football team

28. 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.

29. 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.

30. 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.

31. Fredrik Aursnes

Career

• 2008–2012: Hareid
• 2012–2016: Hødd
• 2016–2021: Molde
• 2021–2022: Feyenoord
• 2022: Benfica
• 2013: Norway U18
• 2014–2016: Norway U21
• 2021: Norway
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 September 2022

Fredrik Aursnes is a Norwegian midfielder who currently plays for Benfica. Aursnes made his professional debut with Molde in 2016, and has since played for several Norwegian sides.

He has represented Norway at both under-17 and under-21 levels. Aursnes is a quick and technical midfielder, capable of both creating chances and scoring goals. He is one of the most promising young midfielders in Europe, and is likely to become a star in the future.

Fredrik Aursnes is likely to be one of the stars of the Euro 2020 qualifying campaign. He is a hardworking and dedicated player, who is always looking to improve. 

Fredrik Aursnes is a key part of Benfica's squad, and is likely to be a major force in Portuguese football for years to come.

Fredrik Aursnes is a Norwegian footballer who plays as a defender for Hødd and the Norway national team. 

Aursnes made his senior debut for Hødd in 2012 and has since played 106 league games for the club. He has also represented Norway at U21 level and helped the team to a 14-game unbeaten streak.

In September 2018, Aursnes was called up to the Norway national team for a friendly against Czech Republic. 

Aursnes is a product of Hareid and has always been a fan favourite at the club. He has also been capped by Norway at youth level. In the future, Aursnes is likely to move to a bigger club and challenge for league titles.

Aursnes is a calm, composed defender who is always up for a physical battle. He is well-loved by the Hødd fans and has a reputation for being a hard worker on and off the pitch.

Also Played For: molde fk

32. 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.

33. Samuel Soares

Career

• 2011–2013: Tires
• 2013–2022: Benfica
• 2021: Benfica B
• 2017: Portugal U15
• 2018: Portugal U16
• 2018–2019: Portugal U17
• 2019: Portugal U19
• 2021: Portugal U20
• 2022: Portugal U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:42, 7 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Samuel Soares is a young goalkeeper playing for Benfica B. He has been playing for Benfica since he was young and has progressed through the youth teams.

He has been a regular for the Benfica B team and has made some appearances for the first team. He is a talented goalkeeper and is hoped to develop into a good player in the future.

He has represented Portugal at international level and is hoping to make further appearances for his country. He is a good goalkeeper and is hoping to progress and become a top player.

He is a talented goalkeeper and is looking to develop further and become a better goalkeeper. He is a talented goalkeeper and is looking to progress and become a top player. He is a talented goalkeeper and is looking to progress and become a top player.

Samuel Soares is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays for Benfica. Soares started his career at hometown club Belenenses, making his senior debut in 2011. In 2013, Soares was signed by Benfica, and has since made over 230 appearances for the club.

Soares has also represented Portugal at youth levels, including playing at the U15, U16, and U19 levels. 

In 2017, Soares made his international debut for Portugal, playing in a 2-0 win over Estonia. Soares is a hard-working midfielder, and is known for his accurate passing and vision.

Soares is expected to feature heavily for Benfica next season, and is likely to represent Portugal at the 2022 World Cup. 

Soares is a highly-rated player, and is considered one of the best midfielders in Portugal. Samuel Soares is a dedicated player, and is always working to improve his skills.

34. Mihailo Ristić

Career

• 2010−2012: Rudar Ugljevik
• 2013−2014: Red Star Belgrade
• 2013−2017: Red Star Belgrade
• 2017–2018: Krasnodar
• 2018:  Sparta Prague (loan)
• 2019–2022: Montpellier
• 2022: Benfica
• 2013−2014: Serbia U19
• 2016−2017: Serbia U21
• 2015: Serbia U23
• 2016: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:54, 6 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 01

Ristić was born in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1995. He began his football career playing for Rudar Ugljevik. In 2016, Ristić joined Benfica. Ristić has made 23 appearances for Benfica and has been a regular left-back for the club.

Ristić is a defensive midfielder by trade and has also been used as a left back for Benfica. Ristić is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. 

Ristić is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is likely to continue to play for Benfica for many years to come.

Ristić is a talented player who is capable of making a significant contribution to Benfica's success. Ristić is a hard working player who is always looking to improve his game. 

Mihailo Ristić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a central defender for Sparta Prague. Ristić began his career with Red Star Belgrade, where he made 78 appearances and scored 7 goals.

In 2017, Ristić joined Krasnodar on a four-year contract. He made his Russian Premier League debut for Krasnodar on 27 August 2017 in a 3–1 victory over Terek Grozny. Ristić moved to Sparta Prague on a season-long loan in January 2018. 

He made his debut for Sparta Prague on 14 February 2018 in a 2–2 draw against Slovak side MFK Košice. Ristić has represented Serbia at U19, U21, and U23 levels.

He made his senior international debut for Serbia on 27 March 2016 in a 4–0 victory over San Marino. He has won 5 caps for Serbia, and has scored 1 goal.

Also Played For: serbia football team

35. Victor Lindelöf

Defender

Career

• 2007–2009: Västerås SK
• 2012–2013: Benfica
• 2009–2012: Västerås SK
• 2012–2015: Benfica B
• 2013–2017: Benfica
• 2017: Manchester United
• 2010–2011: Sweden U17
• 2012–2013: Sweden U19
• 2014–2015: Sweden U21
• 2016: Sweden
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:09, 19 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Victor Lindelöf is a Swedish defender who currently plays for Manchester United. Lindelöf was born in Västerås, Sweden in 1994. Lindelöf started his career at IK Franke before moving to Västerås IK in 2012.

Lindelöf made his senior debut for Sweden in 2016. Lindelöf has represented Sweden at several youth levels. Lindelöf has been a regular for Manchester United since signing in 2018. Lindelöf is known for his strong presence at the back and ability to clear the ball effectively.

Lindelöf is a regular for the Sweden national team. Lindelöf is considered one of the most promising defenders in Europe. Lindelöf was born in Västerås, Sweden on February 20th, 1993. 

He began his career with Västerås SK in 2007 and made 50 appearances for the club. In 2012, Lindelöf signed with Portuguese side Benfica and made 96 appearances for the club.

In 2013, he joined Benfica's European rivals, Benfica B. Lindelöf made 48 appearances for Benfica before joining Manchester United in 2017. 

He has 56 caps for Sweden and has scored 3 goals. Lindelöf is considered one of the best defenders in Europe and is a key player for Manchester United. 

He is married and has two children. Lindelöf is a versatile defender and is known for his strong defending and leadership abilities.

Also Played For: swedish football league, sweden

36. Gilberto Moraes Júnior

Defender

Career

• 2010–2012: Botafogo
• 2011–2015: Botafogo
• 2014: Internacional (loan)
• 2015–2019: Fiorentina
• 2016: Hellas Verona (loan)
• 2016: Latina (loan)
• 2017: Vasco da Gama (loan)
• 2018–2019: Fluminense (loan)
• 2020: Fluminense
• 2020: Benfica
• 2014: Brazil U21
• 2015: Brazil U23

Gilberto Moraes Júnior is a Brazilian right back who is currently playing for Benfica. Gilberto made his senior debut for Botafogo in 2011 and went on to play 36 matches for the club before joining Internacional on a loan in 2014.

Gilberto's main strengths are his pace and crossing ability, which has helped him score one goal in 36 appearances for Benfica. 

Gilberto is likely to be a key figure for Benfica in the 2020 season, as the Portuguese club look to win the Portuguese Liga and qualify for the UEFA Champions League.

Gilberto is a devout Christian and is known for his charity work with the "Liga da Juventude" (Youth League). 

Gilberto was born on 7 March 1993 in Campinas, Brazil. Gilberto is of Portuguese descent. Gilberto is a member of the Brazil national team. Gilberto is married and has two children.

37. 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.

38. Andreas Schjelderup

Midfielder

Career

• 2020: Bodø/Glimt
• 2020–2021: Nordsjælland
• 2021–2023: Nordsjælland
• 2023: Benfica
• 2023: Benfica B
• 2019: Norway U15
• 2020: Norway U16
• 2021: Norway U18
• 2021: Norway U21
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:09, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19

Andreas Schjelderup is a Norwegian footballer who currently plays for Portuguese club Benfica. Schjelderup started his career at Bodø/Glimt before moving to Benfica in 2020.

Schjelderup is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield. Schjelderup has represented Norway at U17, U19, U21, and senior level. Schjelderup has been a regular starter for Benfica since joining the club.

Schjelderup is a hard working midfielder who is known for his passing and dribbling skills. Schjelderup is set to play a major role for Benfica this season. Schjelderup is a promising young midfielder who is poised to make a name for himself in the coming years.

Andreas Schjelderup is a talented midfielder who is set to improve even more in the coming years. Andreas Schjelderup is a Danish footballer who plays for Nordsjælland in the Danish Superliga. 

He has represented his country at youth international level and has attracted the attention of several top-flight clubs.

Andreas Schjelderup started his career at local side Brøndby IF before moving to Danish giants FC Copenhagen in 2016. He made his Superliga debut for Nordsjælland in 2017 and has since become a key player for the side. 

Andreas Schjelderup has been capped at youth international level by Denmark and was part of the side that won the U17 European Championship in 2018.

He is currently with the Denmark U21 side and is hopeful of earning a senior call-up in the future. Andreas Schjelderup is a versatile player who can play as a midfielder or forward. He is known for his accurate passing and hard work off the ball. 

Andreas Schjelderup is a promising young player who is developing at a rapid pace. He is likely to become a key player for Nordsjælland in the future and has the potential to reach the top level.

Andreas Schjelderup is a talented player who is well worth watching in the Danish Superliga. He has the potential to become a top-level player and is worth keeping an eye on in the future.

39. Nuno Gomes

Forward

Career

• 1987–1990: Amarante
• 1990–1994: Boavista
• 1994–1997: Boavista
• 1997–2000: Benfica
• 2000–2002: Fiorentina
• 2002–2011: Benfica
• 2011–2012: Braga
• 2012–2013: Blackburn Rovers
• 1990: Portugal U15
• 1991–1992: Portugal U16
• 1992–1993: Portugal U17
• 1993–1994: Portugal U18
• 1995–1996: Portugal U20
• 1995–1997: Portugal U21
• 1996: Portugal U23
• 1996–2011: Portugal

Nuno Gomes is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a striker for Benfica. Gomes started his career at Portuguese side Amarante before moving to Boavista in 1994.

He spent seven seasons at Benfica, winning the Portuguese Liga and the Portuguese Cup twice. In 2002, Gomes moved to Serie A club Fiorentina, where he spent two seasons. 

He then moved to Portuguese side Benfica again, where he spent six more seasons, winning the Primeira Liga and the Portuguese Cup twice.

In 2011, Gomes moved to English club Blackburn Rovers, where he spent one season. In 2012, he moved to Portuguese side Braga. 

He returned to Benfica in 2013. Gomes played at the 2012 Olympic Games for Portugal. Nuno Gomes is a Portuguese footballer who has represented his country at both international and club level.

Gomes has represented Portugal at UEFA European Championships, reaching the final in 2004. Gomes also played in the FIFA U-20 World Cup, reaching the semi-finals in 1995. 

Gomes has played for a number of clubs, most notably Porto and Sporting CP. Gomes retired from international football in 2011, after 79 appearances.

Gomes is currently the manager of Portuguese side Rio Ave. Gomes has won a number of trophies as a player, including two Portuguese league titles and three Portuguese cups. 

Gomes is set to retire from football at the end of the season. Gomes was born on October 3, 1978, in the town of Montijo, Portugal.

40. Nemanja Matić

Midfielder

Career

• 1993–1997: Vrelo
• 1997–2000: Obrenovac 1905
• 2000–2004: Red Star Belgrade
• 2004: Partizan
• 2004–2005: Jedinstvo Ub
• 2005–2007: Kolubara
• 2007–2009: Košice
• 2009–2011: Chelsea
• 2010–2011:  Vitesse (loan)
• 2011–2014: Benfica
• 2014–2017: Chelsea
• 2017–2022: Manchester United
• 2022: Roma
• 2008–2010: Serbia U21
• 2008–2019: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:09, 16 February 2023 (UTC)

Nemanja Matić is a Serbian defensive midfielder who has played for Roma since 2016. He made his debut for Obrenovac 1905 in a 2-1 victory over Partizan in the 1997 Serbian Cup.

Matić spent four seasons at Red Star Belgrade, making over 150 appearances and winning two Serbian Cups in 2003 and 2004. He made his international debut for Serbia in a 2006 friendly against Cyprus.

He played at the 2014 World Cup and the 2018 World Cup, helping Serbia reach the latter stages. Matić is a regular member of the Serbia national team. He has represented his country at three UEFA European Championships (2008, 2012, 2016).

Matić was born in Šabac, SFR Yugoslavia, but he has spent most of his career playing in Italy. A world-renowned midfielder, Nemanja Matić is one of the most decorated players in all of European football. 

He has won numerous honours with clubs such as Partizan, Chelsea and Manchester United, and was named in the UEFA Team of the Year in both 2013 and 2017.

A hard-working player, Matić is known for his determination in the middle of the park and his ability to create chances for his teammates. He is also a highly effective passer, capable of setting up goals for his team mates. 

Matić has represented Serbia at international level, and was a part of the team that reached the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup. He is also a two-time winner of the Serbian Footballer of the Year award.

Matić is set to join Roma in the summer of 2022, and is widely considered to be one of the best midfielders in the world. He is sure to add further prestige to the club and help them compete for honours in the Italian top flight. 

Nemanja Matić is a top-class player and is sure to be a major contributor to whichever club he joins next. He is a true legend in the world of football and is sure to continue to make a significant impact on the game for many years to come.

41. Simão Sabrosa

Career

• 1990–1992: Diogo Cão
• 1992–1997: Sporting CP
• 1997–1999: Sporting CP
• 1999–2001: Barcelona
• 2001–2007: Benfica
• 2007–2010: Atlético Madrid
• 2011–2012: Beşiktaş
• 2012–2014: Espanyol
• 2015: NorthEast United
• 1998–2000: Portugal U21
• 1998–2010: Portugal

Simão is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a winger for Spanish club Atlético Madrid. Sabrosa made his professional debut with Sporting CP in 1997, before spending a decade with Barcelona and two with Atlético Madrid.

He represented Portugal at the 2002 World Cup, and played at Euro 2004 and the 2006 World Cup. 

Sabrosa signed for Atlético Madrid in 2007, winning La Liga in his first season and the Copa del Rey in 2009. He retired in May 2010, after helping Atlético Madrid win the Europa League.

Sabrosa was born in Constantim, Portugal, in 1979. He began his career at Sporting CP, making his professional debut in 1997. He spent a decade with Barcelona, where he won La Liga in his first season and the Copa del Rey in 2009. 

Sabrosa signed for Atlético Madrid in 2007, helping the club win La Liga in his first season and the Copa del Rey in 2009. He retired in May 2010 after helping Atlético Madrid win the Europa League.

42. Eusébio

Career

• 1957–1960: Sporting Lourenço Marques
• 1961–1975: Benfica
• 1975: Boston Minutemen
• 1975: Monterrey
• 1975–1976: Toronto Metros-Croatia
• 1976: Beira-Mar
• 1976–1977: Las Vegas Quicksilvers
• 1977–1978: União de Tomar
• 1978–1979: New Jersey Americans
• 1979–1980: Buffalo Stalions (indoor)
• 1961–1973: Portugal

Eusébio was a Portugal international striker who is best remembered for his time with Benfica. He is the all-time leading scorer for the Portuguese club, with 301 goals in 317 appearances.

Eusébio also represented Portugal at the 1966 World Cup, where he helped his country to the quarter-finals. 

He later retired from international football in 1975. Eusébio was born in Portuguese Mozambique in 1942, and spent most of his youth career playing for Sporting Lourenço Marques.

He joined Benfica in 1961 and went on to be one of the most successful players in Portuguese football history. 

Eusébio retired from professional football in 1975, but continued to play for Portuguese clubs in amateur competitions. He died in 2014 at the age of 71. 

Eusébio was named the European Footballer of the Year in 1965, and was also voted the Portuguese Footballer of the Century in 2000.

He was inducted into the Portuguese Football Federation Hall of Fame in 2006. Eusébio is considered one of the greatest strikers of all time, and his influence on Portuguese football is still felt today. He will always be remembered as a legend of Portuguese football. 

Eusébio's biography, Eusébio: A Life in Pictures, was published in 2014. Eusébio is considered a national hero in Portugal, and his death was mourned by the Portuguese public.

Eusébio is one of the most celebrated and iconic footballers of all time, and his legacy will be remembered for years to come.

43. Nélson Semedo

Defender

Career

• 2008–2011: Sintrense
• 2011–2012: Sintrense
• 2012–2016: Benfica B
• 2012–2013: Fátima (loan)
• 2015–2017: Benfica
• 2017–2020: Barcelona
• 2020: Wolverhampton Wanderers
• 2016: Portugal U23
• 2015: Portugal

Semedo is a Portuguese right-back who has represented his country at youth level. He joined Wolverhampton Wanderers in January 2017 and has made 22 appearances for the club.

Semedo has previously played for Benfica B and Sintrense. Semedo is tall and strong, and is likely to become a regular for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the future. Semedo is a promising young defender and could be a key player for the club in the future.

Semedo is a versatile defender who can play either at right-back or in midfield. Semedo is an attacking player who can create chances for his team-mates, and is likely to be a key player for Wolves in the future. 

Semedo is a talented defender who is likely to become a regular for Portugal in the future.

Semedo is a promising young defender who is likely to become a regular for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the future.

44. Mário Coluna

Career

• 1951–1954: Desportivo Lourenço Marques
• 1954–1970: Benfica
• 1970–1971: Lyon
• 1971–1972: Estrela Portalegre
• 1955–1968: Portugal

Mário Coluna was born on 6 August 1935 in Inhaca, Inhaca Island, Portuguese Mozambique. He started his career with Desportivo Lourenço Marques in 1951. Coluna then played for Albasini from 1954 to 1955.

He then moved to Ferroviário, where he played from 1955 to 1964. Coluna finished his career with a spell at Mozambique's top club, Zambeze. Mário Coluna passed away on 25 February 2014, at the age of 78.

He was a midfielder and played for Portugal at the 1958 World Cup. Coluna also played for Zambeze and Portugal in the African Cup of Nations. He was considered one of the greatest midfielders of his generation.

Mário Coluna is a Portuguese football midfielder who played for clubs such as Benfica and Lyon. He was part of the Portugal team that reached the 1966 FIFA World Cup final. After retiring from football, Coluna became a football manager.

He has two children, one of whom is also a footballer. Mário Coluna is a UEFA 'A' Licence holder. He is currently the manager of Estrela Portalegre. In December 2017, he was named Portugal manager for the 2018 World Cup qualifiers. He was born in 1954.

Mário Coluna is a UEFA 'A' Licence holder.

45. Renato Sanches

Midfielder

Career

• 2005–2006: Águias da Musgueira
• 2006–2015: Benfica
• 2014–2015: Benfica B
• 2015–2016: Benfica
• 2016–2019: Bayern Munich
• 2017–2018: Swansea City (loan)
• 2019–2022: Lille
• 2022: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2012: Portugal U15
• 2012–2013: Portugal U16
• 2013–2014: Portugal U17
• 2014–2015: Portugal U19
• 2017: Portugal U21
• 2016: Portugal

Renato Sanches was born in Amadora, Portugal in 1997 and started his senior career with Benfica. Sanches moved to Bayern Munich in 2016 and has been a regular in the team since then.

Sanches has been described as one of the best young midfielders in Europe and is tipped for big things in the future. Renato Sanches has been a key player for PSG this season and is expected to help the club win titles in the future.

Renato Sanches is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions. Renato Sanches is considered one of the rising stars of European football and is expected to continue his progress in the future. 

Renato Sanches is a Portugal international and was part of the side that reached the semi-finals of the European Championships this year.

Renato Sanches is a popular figure with the Bayern Munich fans and is considered one of the club's most important players. Renato Sanches is a versatile midfielder with a bright future ahead of him and is expected to continue to progress in the coming years.

46. André Almeida

Midfielder

Career

• 1999–2002: Loures
• 2002–2003: Sporting CP
• 2003–2007: Alverca
• 2007–2009: Belenenses
• 2009–2011: Belenenses
• 2011–2023: Benfica
• 2011: União Leiria (loan)
• 2012–2013: Benfica B
• 2008: Portugal U18
• 2008–2009: Portugal U19
• 2010: Portugal U20
• 2010–2012: Portugal U21
• 2013–2015: Portugal
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 April 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 31 March 2015

André Almeida is a Portuguese full-back who last played for Belenenses in the Portuguese Liga. Almeida started his career at Loures, before signing for Sporting CP in 2003.

He spent six seasons at Sporting, making 112 appearances and scoring eight goals. Almeida joined Alverca in 2007, and spent three seasons with the club. Almeida signed for Belenenses in 2009, and played for them until he left in 2019.

Almeida has represented Portugal at under-21 level, and has also been capped at full international level. 

André Almeida is a full-back by trade, but can also play as a midfielder. Almeida is known for his strong defensive play and accurate passing.

Almeida is a regular for the Portugal national team, and has made over 50 appearances. André Almeida is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a left back for Portuguese club Benfica. 

André Almeida has spent most of his career with Benfica, making 193 appearances and scoring 9 goals.

André Almeida has represented Portugal at youth level, and made his senior international debut in 2013. 

André Almeida has been a regular for Portugal at both U20 and U21 level, and has helped the country qualify for the European Championship twice. André Almeida is a hard-working defender, who is known for his strong left foot.

André Almeida is a versatile player, who is able to play at left back, left midfield, or as a left wingback. 

André Almeida is contracted to Benfica until 30 April 2022. André Almeida is a Portuguese international, and is currently the captain of the Portuguese U21 team.

47. Nicolás Gaitán

Midfielder

Career

• 2001–2008: Boca Juniors
• 2008–2010: Boca Juniors
• 2010–2016: Benfica
• 2016–2018: Atlético Madrid
• 2018–2019: Dalian Yifang
• 2019: Chicago Fire
• 2020: Lille
• 2020–2021: Braga
• 2021: Peñarol
• 2022: Paços de Ferreira
• 2009–2016: Argentina
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:30, 14 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18 June 2016

Nicolás Gaitán is an attacking midfielder and winger who is currently playing for Portuguese club Paços de Ferreira. He began his career with Boca Juniors in 2001.

Nicolás Gaitán has made over 200 appearances for his country, scoring 47 goals. He was a key player for Argentina at the 2014 World Cup and the 2007 Copa America. 

Nicolás Gaitán is one of the most highly rated players in Europe, and is considered one of the best attacking midfielders in the world.

Nicolás Gaitán is married to model Verónica Castro. They have two children. Nicolás Gaitán is a popular figure on social media, with over 1.5 million followers on Instagram. 

Nicolás Gaitán is a popular figure among football fans, with his outrageous and often humorous behaviour on and off the pitch.

Nicolás Gaitán is a passionate player, and is known for his quick reactions and strong passing ability. 

Nicolás Gaitán has been involved in a number of controversial incidents during his career, including a fight with teammate Ezequiel Lavezzi in 2013, and a match-fixing accusation in Portugal in 2016.

Nicolás Gaitán is one of the most popular and highest-paid players in Portugal.

48. 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.

49. José Augusto

Career

• 1951–1955: Barreirense
• 1955–1959: Barreirense
• 1959–1969: Benfica
• 1958–1968: Portugal
• 1970: Benfica (caretaker)
• 1970–1971: Benfica (assistant)
• 1971–1973: Portugal
• 1974: Vitória Setúbal
• 1976–1978: Portimonense
• 1979: Barreirense
• 1980–1987: Portugal (youth / U21)
• 1987–1989: Farense
• 1989–1990: Penafiel
• 1993: Amora
• 1994–1995: Logroñés
• 1996–1997: Alverca
• KAC
• FUS Rabat
• 2004–2007: Portugal (women)

José Augusto was born in Barreiro, Portugal in 1937. He began his career with Barreirense before joining Benfica in 1959. José Augusto was a prolific goalscorer for Benfica, scoring 163 goals in 344 appearances.

He won a total of 45 caps for Portugal, scoring nine goals. José Augusto served as Benfica's caretaker manager in 1970. José Augusto retired from football in 1973. He later worked as a football commentator and administrator.

José Augusto was honoured with a commemorative plaque in his home town of Barreiro in 2009. José Augusto passed away in Lisbon, Portugal on 13 April 2017 at the age of 85. 

José Augusto is a Portuguese football administrator and manager who has managed numerous clubs in his career.

José Augusto was most recently manager of the Portugal women's national football team. José Augusto was most recently manager of Alverca, and led the club to promotion to the Segunda Liga in his first season in charge. 

José Augusto has also managed Portimonense, Vitória Setúbal, Barreirense, and Farense.

José Augusto is also a football administrator, and was most recently president of the Portuguese Football Federation. 

José Augusto has also worked as an assistant manager to several prominent Portuguese football managers, most notably Benfica's José Mourinho. 

José Augusto's managerial career has seen him take charge of many young, up and coming Portuguese footballers.

José Augusto is widely respected in Portuguese football circles, and is seen as one of the most successful Portuguese football managers of all time. José Augusto is currently working as an ambassador for the Portugal national football team.

50. Raúl de Tomás

Forward

Career

• 2001–2004: San Roque
• 2004–2013: Real Madrid
• 2012–2013: Real Madrid C
• 2013–2015: Real Madrid B
• 2014–2019: Real Madrid
• 2015–2016: Córdoba (loan)
• 2016–2017: Valladolid (loan)
• 2017–2019: Rayo Vallecano (loan)
• 2019–2020: Benfica
• 2020–2022: Espanyol
• 2022: Rayo Vallecano
• 2009: Spain U16
• 2010–2011: Spain U17
• 2012: Spain U18
• 2012–2013: Spain U19
• 2021: Spain
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:25, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Raúl de Tomás is a Spanish striker who currently plays for Rayo Vallecano. De Tomás started his career at San Roque before joining Real Madrid in 2004. De Tomás made his senior debut for Madrid in 2012 and has since played 16 games for the club.

De Tomás is known for his powerful striking and has scored 8 goals in total for Madrid. De Tomás is likely to be a key player for Rayo Vallecano this season. 

De Tomás is a hard-working player who is always looking to score goals. De Tomás is an exciting young prospect who is sure to improve in the future.

De Tomás is a talented striker who is sure to be a major star in Spanish football. De Tomás is a talented and exciting young player who is sure to make a name for himself in the future. 

Raúl de Tomás is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a forward for Real Madrid. He made his professional debut with Córdoba in 2013, and went on to play for Valladolid, Rayo Vallecano, Benfica and Espanyol in the following years.

De Tomás represented Spain at U16 and U18 level, before making his senior debut in 2017. He has represented his country at the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup. De Tomás is a hard-working player who is known for his link-up play and passing. 

Real Madrid signed de Tomás from Córdoba in 2013, and he has since won two La Liga titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies with the club. De Tomás signed for Benfica in 2019, and he is expected to feature in the club's 2019–20 season.

De Tomás is a Spanish international, and he has made four appearances for his country. Raúl de Tomás is a hard-working, attacking forward who is known for his link-up play and passing.

51. Fábio Coentrão

Defender

Career

• 1999–2006: Rio Ave
• 2005–2007: Rio Ave
• 2007–2011: Benfica
• 2008: Nacional (loan)
• 2008: Zaragoza (loan)
• 2009:  Rio Ave (loan)
• 2011–2018: Real Madrid
• 2015–2016: Monaco (loan)
• 2017–2018: Sporting CP (loan)
• 2018–2019: Rio Ave
• 2020–2021: Rio Ave
• 2005: Portugal U18
• 2006–2007: Portugal U19
• 2007: Portugal U20
• 2009: Portugal U21
• 2010: Portugal U23
• 2009–2017: Portugal

Fábio Coentrão started his career at Rio Ave. He was loaned out to Zaragoza and Nacional while at Rio Ave, and then joined Real Madrid in 2011. Coentrão is a left-back and winger, and has played for Real Madrid, Monaco, and now Real Madrid again.

In 2018, he signed a new contract extension with Real Madrid. Coentrão is Portugal's most capped player with 58 appearances. 

Coentrão was part of the Portugal team that won the European Championship in 2016. He has also been a part of the Portugal team that finished in third place at the World Cup in Russia in 2018.

He was named in the UEFA Team of the Year in 2018. He is married and has two children. Coentrão is a popular figure in the Portuguese football community. Fábio Coentrão is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Sporting CP. 

He made his professional debut for Sporting CP in 2005 and has since made over 250 appearances for the club.

Coentrão has represented Portugal at various levels, most notably at the UEFA European Championship, where he reached the final in 2012. 

He has also represented Portugal at the World Cup and the Confederations Cup. Coentrão is a regular for Portugal and has made 51 appearances for the national team. 

He is contracted to Sporting until 2020. Coentrão is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position.

He has been linked with a move to Manchester United in the past. Coentrão was named the Portuguese Player of the Year in 2013 and 2017.

Final Words

Benfica’s best players of all time are some of the most iconic and successful footballers in Portugal and Europe. They include stars such as Eusébio, Zinedine Zidane, Luis Figo and Ronaldo, who are all household names.

Benfica’s fans are especially proud of these players, and they continue to support the club even after they have retired from playing.