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2023 in Portugal

Explore 22 historical events and records for Portugal in 2023.

Historical records for Portugal in 2023

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May

Europa League Final

Mourinho, Jose ยท Budapest ยท Manager ยท Sport / Football

Leads Roma to the Europa League final, where Sevilla win after a penalty shootout.

June

FA Cup Winner

Dias, Ruben ยท London ยท Defender ยท Sport / Football

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.

Champions League Victory

Silva, Bernardo ยท Istanbul ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

Wins the Champions League with Manchester City against Inter.

Champions League Winner

Dias, Ruben ยท Istanbul ยท Defender ยท Sport / Football

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.

Champions League Winner

Silva, Bernardo ยท Istanbul ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

Bernardo Silva worked through the right channel and initiated the move that produced Rodri's winner in the 2023 UEFA Champions League final, helping Manchester City win the competition.

Manchester City European Treble

Silva, Bernardo ยท Istanbul ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

Completes a league, cup and European treble in England.

International Appearance Record

Ronaldo, Cristiano ยท Reykjavik ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Scores the winning goal during his record international appearance.

Two Hundred Portugal Caps

Ronaldo, Cristiano ยท Reykjavik ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Makes his two hundredth senior appearance for Portugal against Iceland.

Other events (month unknown)

Al Hilal Arrival

Neves, Ruben ยท Riyadh ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

The 2023 move from Wolverhampton Wanderers to Al Hilal brought Ruben Neves into the Saudi top flight. The former Wolves captain anchored midfield with long-range passing and set-piece delivery.

Al Ittihad Arrival

Filipe, Jota ยท Jeddah ยท Winger ยท Sport / Football

Al Ittihad recruited Jota Filipe from Celtic in 2023 as part of its first-team planning. The Portuguese winger arrived after contributing to Celtic's domestic success in Scotland.

Al Nassr Arrival

Monteiro, Otavio ยท Riyadh ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

The 2023 move from Porto to Al Nassr brought Otavio Monteiro into the Saudi top flight. The Portugal international added pressing and creativity after establishing himself in Portuguese football.

Al Nassr Arrival

Ronaldo, Cristiano ยท Riyadh ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr from Manchester United in 2023 to compete in Saudi Arabiaโ€™s top division. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner became one of the first globally prominent European stars to enter the Saudi Pro League.

Arab Club Champions Cup Final Double

Ronaldo, Cristiano ยท Taif ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Ronaldo scored twice against Al Hilal as ten-man Al Nassr claimed the Arab Club Champions Cup after extra time.

Barcelona Loan

Cancelo, Joao ยท Barcelona ยท Defender ยท Sport / Football

Joins Barcelona on loan from Manchester City and plays on both defensive flanks.

Barcelona Loan

Felix, Joao ยท Barcelona ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Joins Barcelona on loan from Atletico Madrid for the 2023-24 season.

Benfica Teenage Defensive Breakthrough

Silva, Antรณnio ยท Lisbon ยท Defender ยท Sport / Football

Establishes himself as a first-team centre-back while still a teenager and helps Benfica regain the Primeira Liga title in 2022-23.

Chelsea Attacking Loan from Atlรฉtico

Fรฉlix, Joรฃo ยท London ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Joins Chelsea on loan from Atlรฉtico Madrid in January 2023 and offers technical play between the lines in the Premier League.

Jota Helps Liverpool Rebuild Attack

Jota, Diogo ยท Liverpool ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Jota returns from injury to contribute goals and pressing as Klopp reshapes Liverpool's attacking group.

Manchester City Treble Midfield Versatility

Silva, Bernardo ยท Manchester ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

Changes roles between central midfield and the wing during City's 2022-23 treble season, combining close control with pressing.

Premier League Championship

Dias, Ruben ยท Manchester ยท Defender ยท Sport / Football

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.

Premier League Championship

Silva, Bernardo ยท Manchester ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

Bernardo Silva wins the 2022/23 Premier League championship with Manchester City and combines tactical flexibility with high-intensity pressing across several positions.

Saudi Pro League Four Goals Against Al Wehda

Ronaldo, Cristiano ยท Mecca ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Ronaldo scored all four goals in Al Nassr's 4-0 away win against Al Wehda, recording his first four-goal match in Saudi football.

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