Player: Pedro Gonçalves
Serie: Topps Match Attax 2024/2025
Type: Man of the Match Signature Style
Number: 409
Card Opening: #65
Pedro António Pereira Gonçalves, commonly known as Pedro Gonçalves or “Pote,” was born on June 28, 1998, in Vidago, Portugal. Standing at 1.73 meters (5 feet 8 inches) tall, Gonçalves is an attacking midfielder and winger known for his creativity, vision, and goal-scoring ability.
Gonçalves began his youth career at Vidago before moving to Chaves, Braga, and eventually Valencia. In 2017, he joined Wolverhampton Wanderers but did not make any senior appearances for the club. In 2019, he signed with Famalicão in the Primeira Liga, where he quickly made an impact, scoring five goals in 33 appearances during the 2019-2020 season.
In 2020, Gonçalves transferred to Sporting CP, where he has since become a key player. His debut season with Sporting was nothing short of spectacular, as he scored 23 goals in 32 league appearances, earning him the Bola de Prata for being the top scorer in the Primeira Liga. Gonçalves’ performances helped Sporting secure their first league title in 19 years. He continued to impress in subsequent seasons, becoming the league’s top assist provider in consecutive seasons in 2023 and 2024.
On the international stage, Gonçalves has represented Portugal at various youth levels, including the U18, U20, and U21 teams. He made his senior debut for Portugal in 2021 and was part of the squad for the UEFA Euro 2020. As of the 2024-2025 season, Gonçalves has earned three caps for the senior national team.
Gonçalves’ career statistics are impressive, with 272 club appearances, 96 goals, and 60 assists. In the 2024-2025 season, he has played 13 matches, scoring five goals and providing seven assists across all competitions. His ability to create and score goals has made him one of the most exciting talents in Portuguese football.
Throughout his career, Gonçalves has been praised for his technical skills, intelligence on the pitch, and versatility. His contributions to Sporting CP and the Portuguese national team have solidified his reputation as a rising star in the football world.
