Chuteiras de joao moutinho biography

Joao Moutinho

Portuguese footballer, midfielder
Date of Birth:
Country: Portugal

Content:
  1. João Moutinho: Rising Star to International Icon
  2. Rising Through the Ranks
  3. Establishing Himself
  4. Captaincy and Success
  5. Transfer to Porto
  6. Joining Monaco
  7. International Career
  8. Personal Life
  9. Achievements

João Moutinho: Rising Star to International Icon

Born in Portimão, Portugal, João Moutinho's footballing journey began with his hometown club Portimonense.

However, at 13, he joined Sporting CP in Lisbon.

Rising Through the Ranks

At 17, Moutinho caught the attention of coach José Peseiro and joined Sporting's first team for preseason matches.

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Despite returning to the youth team under Paulo Bento, he helped them win the title alongside talents like Miguel Veloso and Nani. In , he made his debut with the senior team in the Portuguese Cup.

Establishing Himself

In , Moutinho solidified his place in the first team and became the only midfielder in the Portuguese league to start every game.

His performances earned him the Player of the Match awards against Feyenoord and Newcastle, guiding Sporting to the UEFA Cup final.

Captaincy and Success

In /07, after Ricardo Sá Pinto left the club, Moutinho was named vice-captain at just The following season, he became captain and moved to the right flank with the arrival of Leandro Romagnoli.

Moutinho remained a key player, scoring the winner against Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

Transfer to Porto

In , Moutinho joined Porto, winning the Portuguese league title in his first season despite not scoring in the league. He also played a pivotal role in Porto winning the Europa League.

Joining Monaco

In , Moutinho and teammate James Rodríguez moved to Monaco for €70 million.

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He scored in the Champions League against Málaga and made 43 appearances during his time there.

International Career

Moutinho made his Portugal debut at 18 in He played in the European Championship and assisted Raul Meireles' goal against Turkey in their opening match. He has won the European Championship with Portugal in

Personal Life

Moutinho is married to Ana Sofia Gomes.

They have two daughters: Lara (born in ) and Vitória (born in ).

Achievements

Sporting CP
- Portuguese Super Cup: ,
- Portuguese Cup: /07, /08
Porto
- Portuguese Super Cup: , ,
- Portuguese League: /11, /12, /13
- Portuguese Cup: /11
- UEFA Europa League: /11
Monaco
- French Ligue 1: /17
Portugal
- European Championship: