PORTUGAL LEGEND
Nani
Attack
Portugal
Nani about playing in the Legends Charity Game:
“The Legends Game promises to be unforgettable! Everyone involved will be cheering alongside the fans in the stands as we celebrate the power of sport and community. More than just a great show, this is a chance to make a real difference - combining fun with fundraising to support meaningful social responsibility initiatives. Join us and help us give back!”
About
Few players have brought as much flair to the Theatre of Dreams as the product of the famed Sporting CP academy, Nani.
During his time as a red, Nani won a myriad of major domestic and European titles, becoming synonymous with scintillating finishes from the wing. He was equally impactful for Portugal, earning over 100 caps and playing a crucial role in their historic Euro 2016 triumph.
After his time in England, Nani enjoyed a global career across Spain, Turkey, Italy, the U.S., and Australia—bringing flair and leadership wherever he went.
CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS
Club Level
Manchester United
Premier League: 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13
FA Community Shield: 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011
EFL Cup: 2008–09, 2009–10
UEFA Champions League: 2007–08
FIFA Club World Cup: 2008
Sporting CP
Taça de Portugal: 2014–15
Taça da Liga: 2018–19
International Level
Portugal
UEFA European Championship: 2016
FIFA Confederations Cup: 2017 (Third place)
Personal Honours
Manchester United Players’ Player of the Year: 2010–11
Premier League Player of the Month: March 2011
UEFA Euro 2016 Team of the Tournament
MLS All-Star: 2019, 2021
Sporting CP Player of the Season: 2014–15
Records & Legacy
Scored the winning penalty in the shootout to secure the 2008 Champions League Final victory
One of only five Portuguese players to earn 100+ caps for the national team
Scored in the semi-final and captained Portugal in Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence during Euro 2016
INTERNATIONAL CAREER
Portugal 112 caps, 23 goals
Major Tournaments
UEFA Euro 2008, 2012, 2016 (Winner)
2014 FIFA World Cup
2017 FIFA Confederations Cup (3rd place)
CLUB HISTORY
Sporting CP (2005–2007) 76 apps, 11 goals
Manchester United (2007–2015) 230 apps, 40 goals
Sporting CP (loan) (2014–2015) 37 apps, 12 goals
Fenerbahçe (2015–2016) 47 apps, 12 goals
Valencia (2016–2017) 26 apps, 5 goals
Lazio (2017–2018) 25 apps, 3 goals
Sporting CP (2018–2019) 28 apps, 8 goals
Orlando City (2019–2021) 88 apps, 28 goals
Venezia (2022) 10 apps, 0 goals
Melbourne Victory (2023–2024) 10 apps, 0 goals