Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Nuno Mendes (footballer, born 2002)

How Nuno Mendes (footballer, born 2002) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Nuno Mendes is a Portuguese professional footballer currently playing as a left-back for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1. He also represents the Portugal national team. Born in 2002, Mendes is considered a highly promising young talent in football. He is known for his speed, dribbling skills, and crossing ability, making him a valuable asset in both attack and defense. He quickly established himself as a key player for both club and country.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

June 2020: Professional Debut

On June 12, 2020, Nuno Mendes made his professional debut for Sporting CP in a Primeira Liga match against Paços de Ferreira.

September 2020: Under-21 Debut for Portugal

On September 4, 2020, Nuno Mendes made his debut for Portugal's under-21 team in a UEFA European Championship qualifier match against Cyprus.

December 2020: Contract Extension and Team of the Year

In December 2020, Nuno Mendes agreed to a contract extension with Sporting CP, increasing his buyout clause. He was also named in the Team of the Year.

2020: First Choice and First Goal

In 2020, Nuno Mendes became the first choice at Sporting CP, and on October 4, 2020, he scored his first goal in a victory against Portimonense.

2020: First-Team Debut and Double Win with Sporting CP

In 2020, Nuno Mendes made his first-team debut for Sporting CP and won the Primeira Liga and Taça da Liga the following season. He was also named in the Primeira Liga Team of the Year.

2020: UEFA Euro 2020 Selection

Nuno Mendes was selected for UEFA Euro 2020, but did not play any games due to injury problems.

March 2021: Senior National Team Debut

On March 24, 2021, Nuno Mendes made his debut for the senior Portugal national team in a World Cup qualifying match against Azerbaijan.

July 2021: Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira Win

On July 31, 2021, Nuno Mendes provided an assist in the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira match, which Sporting CP won.

August 2021: Loan to Paris Saint-Germain

In August 2021, Nuno Mendes moved to Paris Saint-Germain on loan from Sporting CP.

August 2021: Joins Paris Saint-Germain on Loan

On August 31, 2021, Nuno Mendes joined Paris Saint-Germain on a season-long loan with an option to buy.

2021: Full International Debut

In 2021, Nuno Mendes made his full debut for the Portugal national team.

2021: UEFA European Championship qualifiers

Nuno Mendes played for Portugal U-21 in the UEFA European Championship qualifiers.

May 2022: Permanent Contract with PSG

In May 2022, Nuno Mendes signed a permanent four-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain after his buyout clause was triggered.

June 2022: Permanent Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain

In June 2022, Nuno Mendes' move to Paris Saint-Germain was made permanent for €38 million.

November 2022: World Cup Squad and Injury

In November 2022, Nuno Mendes was named in the Portugal squad for the World Cup in Qatar but missed the rest of the competition after a thigh injury during the second group-stage match against Uruguay.

2022: World Cup qualifying matches

In 2022, Nuno Mendes was called up to the senior team for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Azerbaijan, Luxembourg and Serbia.

2022: World Cup Selection

In 2022, Nuno Mendes was selected for the Portugal squad for the World Cup.

2024: UEFA Euro 2024

During qualifying for Euro 2024, Mendes made one appearance against Luxembourg, assisting Ronaldo's opening goal of the 6–0 win. He was picked for the finals in Germany.