History of Nuno Mendes (footballer, born 2002) in Timeline

Nuno Alexandre Tavares Mendes, born in 2002, is a Portuguese professional footballer renowned as a left-back. He currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 and represents the Portugal national team. Mendes is highly regarded in the footballing world and is considered by many to be among the best left-backs globally due to his skill and performance on the field.

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June 2002: Nuno Mendes' Birth

Nuno Alexandre Tavares Mendes was born in June 2002. He is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain and the Portugal national team.

September 2002: Youngest Player in Starting XI since Ronaldo

In September 2002, Nuno Mendes became the youngest player to make Sporting CP's starting XI since Ronaldo.

June 2020: Professional Debut for Sporting CP

On June 12, 2020, Nuno Mendes made his professional debut for Sporting CP in a 1–0 Primeira Liga home win against Paços de Ferreira, coming on as a substitute in the 72nd minute.

September 2020: First Cap for Portugal Under-21

In September 2020, Nuno Mendes earned his first cap for Portugal at under-21 level in a 4–0 win against Cyprus for the 2021 UEFA European Championship qualifiers.

December 2020: Contract Extension with Sporting CP

On December 19, 2020, Nuno Mendes agreed to a contract extension with Sporting CP, increasing his buyout clause from €45 million to €70 million.

2020: First Choice at Sporting CP and First Goal

In 2020, Nuno Mendes became the first choice at Sporting CP and scored his first competitive goal on October 4 in a 2–0 away victory over Portimonense.

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

In 2020, Nuno Mendes debuted with Sporting CP's first team, winning the Primeira Liga and Taça da Liga the following season. He was also named in the Primeira Liga Team of the Year.

2020: Selection for Euro 2020

In 2020, Nuno Mendes was chosen in the squad for the European Championship.

March 2021: Senior National Team Call-Up and Debut

In March 2021, Nuno Mendes was called up to the senior Portugal national team and made his debut on March 24 in a 1–0 victory against Azerbaijan.

July 2021: Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira Victory

On July 31, 2021, Nuno Mendes provided an assist in the 2–1 defeat of Braga, resulting in the conquest of the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira.

August 2021: Loan to Paris Saint-Germain

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

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 for Portugal

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

2021: UEFA European Championship qualifiers

Nuno Mendes earned his first cap for Portugal at under-21 level in September 2020 for the 2021 UEFA European Championship qualifiers.

May 2022: Permanent contract with PSG

On May 31, 2022, Nuno Mendes' buyout clause of €38 million was triggered and he signed a permanent four-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain.

June 2022: Permanent Transfer to Paris Saint-Germain

In June 2022, Nuno Mendes permanently joined Paris Saint-Germain for €38 million.

November 2022: World Cup Squad and Injury

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

2022: Selection for the 2022 World Cup

In 2022, Nuno Mendes was chosen in the squad for the World Cup.

2022: FIFA World Cup qualifying matches

In March 2021, Nuno Mendes was called up to the senior team by manager Fernando Santos for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches.

May 2023: Hamstring Injury

In May 2023, Nuno Mendes suffered from a hamstring injury.

February 2024: Return from Injury

On February 25, 2024, Nuno Mendes returned to play after recovering from a hamstring injury, playing 20 minutes in a match against Rennes.

2024: Euro 2024 Campaign

During qualifying for Euro 2024, Nuno Mendes made one appearance against Luxembourg, assisting Cristiano Ronaldo's opening goal. He was picked for the finals in Germany, starting against the Czech Republic and Turkey in the group phase and Slovenia (3–0 victory in a penalty shootout) and France in the knockout stage (5–3 loss in another shootout).

2024: Continental Treble with Paris Saint-Germain

In 2024, Nuno Mendes was a prominent player for Paris Saint-Germain as they attained a continental treble, including their first-ever UEFA Champions League title.

2024: Selection for Euro 2024

In 2024, Nuno Mendes was chosen in the squad for the European Championship.

February 2025: Contract Extension and Champions League Goal

In February 2025, Nuno Mendes agreed to a contract extension until 2029 and scored a goal in the Champions League knockout phase play-offs against Brest.

October 2025: First Career Free Kick Goal

On October 5, 2025, Nuno Mendes scored the first free kick of his career in a match against Lille.

2025: UEFA Nations League Finals

In 2025, Nuno Mendes was selected for the UEFA Nations League Finals. On June 4, he assisted Ronaldo for the winner against Germany. He scored his first international goal four days later against Spain and was named player of the match and best player of the tournament.