Pepe, The Portuguese and FC Porto central defender, is often known for his passion and rock solid defense on the field for the clubs he represented. The player was born on February 26, 1983.

The player has featured for four clubs in Europe. He has played for Maritimo, FC Porto, Besiktas and Real Madrid. The player is currently plying his trade with FC Porto.

Current form:- In the 2022/23 season, Pepe has featured in seven games for FC Porto in the Portuguese top flight. The player has 1.5 tackles per 90 and 1.33 interceptions per 90 for his side.

World Cup record

Pepe has already featured in two World Cups for the Portugal national team in the past. The player was part of the World Cup 2010 and World Cup 2014. Pepe was not on the flight to Russia but has redeemed himself to be a part of the FIFA World Cup 2022 that will be held in Qatar.

Pepe has played as a defensive midfielder and as a central defender for the Portugal national team in the past. He also has a goal in eight World Cup appearances. His experience will be an immense part in 2022.

Overall stats

Pepe is one of the veteran players still plying his trade in the top-flight of the top five European leagues. In a career spanning 613 games, the player has 36 goals and 20 assists to his name alongside best defensive numbers. He has averaged 1.46 interceptions per game. 

Prediction for world cup 2022:- Pepe has been a legend for the national team and it can be his last World Cup in Qatar. The player will look to bow out with the World Cup. We expect him to cover every grass on the pitch to collect more cleansheets in the FIFA World Cup 2022.