Player: Rafael Leão
Serie: Topps Match Attax 2024/2025
Type: Generation Now
Number: GN 5
Card Opening: #93
Rafael Leão, born on June 10, 1999, in Almada, Portugal, is a dynamic winger renowned for his speed, creativity, and goal-scoring ability. Currently playing for AC Milan in Serie A, he has also represented the Portuguese national team at various levels.
Leão began his professional career at Sporting CP, where he made his first-team debut in 2018. After a brief stint with Lille in Ligue 1, he joined AC Milan in 2019 for a reported fee of €35 million. Since then, he has become a key player for the Rossoneri. As of the 2024-2025 season, Leão has made 250 appearances for AC Milan, scoring 68 goals and providing 54 assists. His contributions were instrumental in Milan’s 2021-2022 Serie A title win, their first league triumph in 11 years, where he was named Serie A Most Valuable Player.
Leão’s playing style is characterized by his dribbling, agility, and ability to create scoring opportunities. In the 2024-2025 season, he has recorded 11 goals and 11 assists across all competitions, highlighting his consistency and impact. Standing at 1.88 meters (6 feet 2 inches), he combines physical presence with technical finesse, making him a versatile attacker.
Internationally, Leão has earned 37 caps for Portugal, scoring five goals. He was part of Portugal’s squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2024, further solidifying his reputation on the global stage.
With his contract at AC Milan running until 2028, Rafael Leão continues to be a pivotal figure for both club and country, showcasing his immense talent and potential to achieve even greater heights in the years to come.
