Key facts
Profile
João Maria Lobo Alves Palhares Costa Palhinha Gonçalves is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Primeira Liga club Benfica and the Portugal national team.
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Statistics
| Season | Competition | Starts | Goals | Assists | Yellow cards | Red cards | Shots | Shots on target | Fouls committed | Fouls suffered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | Europa League | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2026-27 | Liga Portugal | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 8 |
| 2026-27 | UEFA Nations League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Career
Clubs
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2014–2017 | Sporting CP B |
| 2015–2016 | Moreirense |
| 2016–2017 | B-SAD |
| 2016–2022 | Sporting CP Women |
| 2018–2020 | S.C. Braga |
| 2022–2024 | Fulham |
| 2024–2026 | Bayern Munich |
| 2025–2026 | Tottenham Hotspur Women |
Transfer history
| Date | Player | From → To | Fee | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| João Palhinha |  Bayern Munich Tottenham Hotspur | – | Loan | Wikipedia |
Teammates at Portugal
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Frequently asked questions
How old is João Palhinha?
João Palhinha is 31 years old (born Sunday, July 9, 1995).
Which team does João Palhinha play for?
João Palhinha plays for Portugal.
What position does João Palhinha play?
João Palhinha plays as Midfielder.
What is the nationality of João Palhinha?
João Palhinha is from Portugal.
Where was João Palhinha born?
João Palhinha was born in Lisbon.
How tall is João Palhinha?
João Palhinha is 191 cm tall.