BREAKING: Nuno Mendes Leads Portugal to UEFA Nations League Glory After Historic Champions League Win with PSG

 

Lisbon, June 9, 2025 – Portugal’s rising star Nuno Mendes is making headlines across Europe after a sensational season for both club and country.

At just 22 years old, the left-back was instrumental in helping Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) clinch their first-ever UEFA Champions League title earlier this year. Known for his blistering pace and rock-solid defence, Mendes was a constant threat down the left flank, earning praise from pundits and fans alike.

But he wasn’t done yet.

On Sunday, June 8, Mendes delivered another world-class performance, this time in a Portugal shirt. In the UEFA Nations League final against Spain, Mendes not only scored a stunning goal but also kept Spain’s young star Lamine Yamal quiet throughout the match. The game ended 2–2, with Portugal winning 5–3 on penalties. Mendes calmly converted his spot-kick and was later named Player of the Finals.

With six assists, a crucial goal, and dominant displays throughout the tournament, Nuno Mendes is now widely regarded as one of the best left-backs in the world.

🇵🇹 From Sporting CP to PSG and now international glory with Portugal, the future is bright for this young football warrior. Mendes has already etched his name into Portuguese football history—and he’s only just getting started.

📘 Career Overview (As of June 2025)

• Full Name: Nuno Alexandre Tavares Mendes
• Date of Birth: 19 June 2002 (Age: 22)
• Nationality: Portuguese 🇵🇹
• Position: Left-back
• Height: 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in)

🏟️ Club Career:

• Sporting CP (2020–2021):

Debuted at just 17 years old, quickly becoming a standout performer in the Portuguese league.

• Paris Saint-Germain (2021–present):

Initially joined PSG on loan in 2021, made permanent in 2022 for around €38 million.

Helped PSG win multiple domestic titles and the UEFA Champions League in the 2024–25 season.

Recently extended his contract until 2029.

🌍 International Career:

• Portugal National Team (2021–present):

Senior debut in March 2021

Over 40 caps to date

Featured in major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2021, 2022 World Cup, and UEFA Nations League

Key figure in Portugal’s 2025 Nations League win; named Player of the Finals.

🔴 At only 22, Nuno Mendes has already achieved what most players dream of. He’s not just the future of Portuguese football—he’s the present.