PORTUGAL LEGEND
Pepe
Defence
Portugal
Pepe about playing in the Legends Charity Game
"Representing Portugal has always meant so much to me. The passion, the pride, the responsibility—it never fades. Getting the chance to share the pitch with so many legends and wear the national colours again is something really special. I don’t take it for granted, especially when it’s for such a great cause. It’s a chance to create history and a real difference, both on and off the field."
About
One of the most dominant defenders of his generation, Képler Laveran Lima Ferreira — otherwise known as Pepe — built a career on a mix of aggression, physicality, and superb defensive instincts. Boasting a high level of aerial strength, tackling, and overall ability, he rose to the biggest occasions, becoming the backbone of both Real Madrid and Portugal’s most successful sides.
After starting in Portugal with Marítimo, Pepe earned a move to FC Porto, where his powerful displays caught the eye of Europe’s elite. In 2007, he joined Real Madrid, embarking on a decade-long career filled with domestic and European glory. Alongside Sergio Ramos, he formed one of the most formidable defensive partnerships in world football, winning multiple Champions League and La Liga titles.
Internationally, Pepe has been just as influential, playing a central role in Portugal’s greatest triumphs: their historic Euro 2016 victory and the 2019 Nations League. A warrior at heart, he is celebrated for his leadership, longevity, and relentless commitment on the pitch.
CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS
International Level
Portugal
UEFA European Championship: 2016
UEFA Nations League: 2018–19
UEFA European Championship Runner-up: 2004
FIFA World Cup Appearances: 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022
UEFA European Championship Appearances: 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020
Club Level
Porto
Primeira Liga: 2005–06, 2006–07, 2019–20, 2021–22
Taça de Portugal: 2005–06, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2022–23
Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira: 2004, 2006, 2020, 2022
Taça da Liga: 2022–23
Real Madrid
La Liga: 2007–08, 2011–12, 2016–17
Copa del Rey: 2010–11, 2013–14
Supercopa de España: 2008, 2012
UEFA Champions League: 2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17
UEFA Super Cup: 2014, 2016
FIFA Club World Cup: 2014, 2016
Beşiktaş
Süper Lig: 2016–17
Personal Honours
UEFA European Championship Team of the Tournament: 2008, 2012, 2016
UEFA Euro 2016
Final Man of the Match CNID Footballer of the Year: 2009
Primeira Liga Team of the Year: 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22
Porto Player of the Year: 2020
Order of Merit of Portugal: Commander (2016)
INTERNATIONAL CAREER
Portugal (2007 – Present)
137+ apps, 8 goals
CLUB HISTORY
Marítimo B (2001 – 2002) 14 apps, 1 goal
Marítimo (2002 – 2004) 63 apps, 3 goals
Porto (2004 – 2007) 89 apps, 6 goals
Real Madrid (2007 – 2017) 334 apps, 15 goals
Beşiktaş (2017 – 2019) 52 apps, 7 goals
Porto (2019 – Present) 185+ apps, 13+ goals
Total (2001 – Present) 737+ apps, 45+ goals