Pepe
CB · Retired · Portugal
Quick facts
Core profile details at a glance.
Born
August 19, 1983
Zodiac
♌ Leo
About
Pepe is a legendary center-back who plays for Porto and Portugal. The veteran provides invaluable experience and leadership, organizing the defense with his commanding presence.
Strengths
- +Experience
- +Leadership
- +Aerial ability
- +Tactical intelligence
- +Organization
Weaknesses
- −Age
- −Pace
- −Recovery between games
Role in the XI
Pepe plays as the central defender in a back three, organizing and commanding the backline.
Career Timeline
Club progression, international milestones, and current status.
Born in Portugal
Pepe was born on August 19, 1983 in Portugal.
Played for Marítimo B
Played for Marítimo B, making 14 appearances and scoring 1 goal.
Played for Marítimo
Played for Marítimo, making 63 appearances and scoring 3 goals.
Played for Porto
Played for Porto, making 64 appearances and scoring 6 goals.
International debut for Portugal
Made senior international debut for Portugal. Has earned 140 caps and scored 8 goals for the national team.
Played for Real Madrid
Played for Real Madrid, making 229 appearances and scoring 13 goals.
Played for Beşiktaş
Played for Beşiktaş, making 33 appearances and scoring 5 goals.
Joined Porto
Signed for Porto, making 132 appearances and scoring 7 goals.
Current Status
Currently playing for Retired and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Portugal.
Career History
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Porto | 2004–2007 | 64 | 6 | - |
Real Madrid | 2007–2017 | 229 | 13 | - |
Beşiktaş | 2017–2018 | 33 | 5 | - |
Porto | 2019–Present | 132 | 7 | - |
Marítimo | 2002–2004 | 63 | 3 | - |
Marítimo B | 2001–2002 | 14 | 1 | - |
| Total | 535 | 35 | 0 | |
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Status
Undisclosed
2026 club status
Retired
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