Nuno Mendes has established himself as one of the best left-backs in world football, combining explosive pace with technical quality. Coming through Sporting CP’s academy, he broke into the first team as a teenager and helped them win the Primeira Liga in 2021, their first league title in 19 years. His performances earned him a move to Paris Saint-Germain, where he quickly became a regular and played a key part in multiple domestic title wins as well as their historic Champions League triumph in 2025. Internationally, he made his debut for Portugal in 2021 and has since featured at major tournaments, including Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup.