SWOS 2020/2021
SWOS 2020/2021

MATHEUS NUNES
MATHEUS NUNES
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Number
#14
Nationality
Brazil
Team
SPORTING LISBON (Portugal)
Coach
RUBEN AMORIM
Position
M (Midfielder)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
6 1 3 5 6 3 1 25 3.1 £800k

Matheus Nunes (full name Matheus Luiz Nunes; born August 27, 1998) is a Brazilian-born professional footballer who plays as a central/box-to-box midfielder. Below are key details of his career, playing style, and notable achievements.

  • Nationality: Born in Brazil (later represented Portugal at international youth and senior level after naturalization processes during his time in Portugal).
  • Position: Central midfielder / box-to-box midfielder (can play as a defensive or attacking midfielder; good at carrying the ball forward).
  • Playing style:
    • Strong dribbling and ball-carrying ability for a midfielder; frequently progresses play from deep positions.
    • Good physicality, stamina, and ability to press opponents.
    • Comfortable in possession with solid passing range and the capacity to link defense to attack.
    • Often involved in transitional counter-attacks and breaking opposition lines with runs or progressive passing.
  • Club career highlights (relevant to Sporting CP / Sporting Lisbon):
    • Joined Sporting CP (Sporting Lisbon) from FC Famalicão in the summer of 2020.
    • Became an important midfield figure for Sporting during the 2020–2021 season, contributing to Sporting’s domestic performances.
    • Helped Sporting challenge at the top of the Primeira Liga; his performances attracted attention from bigger European clubs.
  • Transfers and later moves:
    • After his spell at Sporting CP, Matheus Nunes attracted interest from several Premier League clubs and eventually transferred to a top European club (noted moves include a transfer to Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2022 and later moves afterward — exact club and transfer dates may vary depending on timing).
  • International career:
    • Born in Brazil but became eligible to play for Portugal after residing and playing in Portugal; he was called up to Portugal’s national team and has been involved in senior squad selections.
  • Typical squad numbers: Wore various numbers depending on club; at Sporting he was often given a central-midfielder’s number (numbers vary by season).

Note: Transfer details, current club, and caps/goals can change over time. For the most up-to-date statistics (current club, appearances, goals, and recent transfers), consult an up-to-date sports database or the club’s official site.