Matheus Nunes

Portuguese footballer, Wolverhampton Wanderers

Matheus Nunes - Portuguese footballer, Wolverhampton Wanderers
Born

August 27th, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Portugal

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Born in 1998, this footballer began his professional career with Estoril Praia, making a significant impact in the Primeira Liga. Following his time at Estoril, he transferred to Sporting CP, where he helped the team secure the Primeira Liga title in 2021, ending a prolonged championship drought. In 2022, a move to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the English Premier League occurred, further expanding his career in European football. Internationally, he represented Portugal, contributing to the national team's efforts in various competitions.

Winning the Primeira Liga with Sporting CP

Playing for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League

Representing Portugal at the international level

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