João Palhinha
CDM · Bayern Munich · Portugal
Quick facts
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Born
September 21, 1995
Zodiac
♍ Virgo
About
João Palhinha is a destructive defensive midfielder who plays for Fulham and Portugal. The midfield enforcer excels at breaking up opposition attacks and providing defensive protection.
Strengths
- +Tackling
- +Interceptions
- +Physical presence
- +Aerial ability
- +Defensive discipline
Weaknesses
- −Distribution under pressure
- −Pace
- −Goal contribution
Role in the XI
Palhinha plays as a defensive midfielder, screening the defense and breaking up attacks.
Career Timeline
Club progression, international milestones, and current status.
Born in Portugal
João Palhinha was born on September 21, 1995 in Portugal.
Played for Sporting CP B
Played for Sporting CP B, making 21 appearances and scoring 1 goal.
Played for Moreirense
Played for Moreirense, making 29 appearances.
Played for Sporting CP
Played for Sporting CP, making 72 appearances and scoring 4 goals.
Played for Belenenses
Played for Belenenses, making 13 appearances and scoring 1 goal.
Played for Braga
Played for Braga, making 50 appearances and scoring 4 goals.
International debut for Portugal
Made senior international debut for Portugal. Has earned 25 caps and scored 3 goals for the national team.
Played for Fulham
Played for Fulham, making 68 appearances and scoring 7 goals.
Joined Bayern Munich
Signed for Bayern Munich, making 17 appearances.
Joined Tottenham Hotspur
Signed for Tottenham Hotspur, making 26 appearances and scoring 3 goals.
Played for Tottenham
Played for Tottenham.
Current Status
Currently playing for Bayern Munich and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Portugal.
Career History
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sporting CP B | 2014–2017 | 21 | 1 | - |
Fulham | 2022–2024 | 68 | 7 | - |
Braga | 2018–2020 | 50 | 4 | - |
Sporting CP | 2016–2022 | 72 | 4 | - |
Moreirense | 2015–2016 | 29 | 0 | - |
Belenenses | 2016–2017 | 13 | 1 | - |
Bayern Munich | 2024–Present | 17 | 0 | - |
Tottenham Hotspur | 2025–Present | 26 | 3 | - |
 Tottenham | 2025–2026 | - | - | - |
| Total | 296 | 20 | 0 | |
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2026 club status
Bayern Munich
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