2018 May 28th
First International Appearance
Begins an international career as a central defender.
Football player and manager history
Ruben Dias
Explore 8 football history records associated with Ruben Dias, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
2018 May 28th
Portugal Senior Debut
Makes his senior Portugal debut in a friendly against Tunisia.
2020
Manchester City Defensive Foundation
Arrives from Benfica and improves Manchester City's central defensive organisation as the club wins the 2020-21 Premier League title.
2020
Transfer to Manchester City
Ruben Dias leaves Benfica to take up a new playing role with Manchester City. City signed Benfica's Portugal centre-back to bring greater stability and leadership to the defence.
2021
Player of the Year
Dias is named the writers Footballer of the Year after transforming Manchester City’s defensive solidity during his first season in English football.
2023
Premier League Championship
Ruben Dias wins the 2022/23 Premier League championship with Manchester City and organises the back line as City finish five points clear of Arsenal.
2023 June 3rd
FA Cup Winner
Ruben Dias provided aerial strength and organisation at the heart of City's defence as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1 in the 2023 FA Cup final at Wembley.
2023 June 10th
Champions League Winner
Ruben Dias led City's defensive line as Inter pushed for a late equaliser in the 2023 UEFA Champions League final, helping Manchester City win the competition.