Squad
- Hélder Costa2016current
- Iuri Medeiros2016current
José Sá2016current
Lucas João2016current
Ricardo Esgaio2016current
Ricardo Horta2016current
Ricardo Pereira2016current
Tiago Ilori2016current
Tobias Figueiredo2016current- Emílio Peixe1996–1996
Nuno Gomes1996–1996
Bruno Alves2004–2004
Cristiano Ronaldo2004–2004
Mário Sérgio2004–2004
Manuel da Costa2006–2008
Ricardo Vaz Tê2008–2008
Bruno Gama2009–2010- Paulo Machado2009–2010
Rui Patrício2009–2009
Vieirinha2009–2009
Yannick Djaló2009–2009
André Castro2010–2010
Miguel Lopes2010–2010
André Almeida Pinto2011–2011
José Carlos Gonçalves Rodrigues2011–2011
Bruno Fernandes2016–2016
Diogo Jota2016–2016
Edgar Ié2016–2016
Gelson Martins2016–2016
Rúben Neves2016–2016
The Portugal Olympic football team represents Portugal at the Olympic Games, showcasing the nation's football talent.
The team is limited to players under the age of 23, with the option to include three over-age players.
Portugal's Olympic football journey began in 1928, where they achieved their first international victory against Chile.
Biography
Overview
The Portugal Olympic football team, representing Portugal in international football competitions at the Olympic Games, is governed by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF). This under-23 team, which can include up to three over-age players, has participated in various international tournaments, showcasing the country's football talent on a global stage.
Historical Participation
Portugal's Olympic journey began with their debut at the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, where they were invited to compete in the football tournament. This event was considered one of the premier international football competitions before the FIFA World Cup was established. In their first match, Portugal made a remarkable comeback against Chile, winning 4-2 after being down 0-2. They continued their success by defeating Yugoslavia 2-1, but their run ended in the quarter-finals with a 2-1 loss to Egypt.
Development and Competitions
Over the years, the team has participated in various under-23 tournaments, including the now-defunct Under-23 European Championship. Their Olympic football team is primarily composed of players under the age of 23, reflecting the development of young talent in Portuguese football. The team's highest achievement in the Olympics came in 1996 when they finished fourth, marking a significant milestone in their history. The team continues to qualify for the Olympics based on their performance in the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent for future competitions.
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Career & Clubs
1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam
Portugal was invited to enter the 1928 Summer Olympics Football Tournament, which was, at that time, contested by the best national "A" teams in the world and, therefore, considered to be the best international footballing tournament until the FIFA World Cup started, two years later, in 1930. The Portuguese team was drawn in the preliminary round against Chile for a place in the first round. After falling 2–0 behind, Portugal scored four goals, winning the game 4–2 in what was their first win away from home soil. After their fantastic win against Chile, they faced off Yugoslavia and won 2–1 thanks to a late goal in the 90th minute. Egypt was the team that followed in the quarter-finals. Here the Portuguese adventure ended after a 2–1 defeat. In the following games, the Egyptians lost against Argentina 6–0 in the semi-final and Italy 11–3 for the bronze medal match, which bittered the players. This was the first tournament the Portuguese team had ever competed in.
1972 European U-23 qualifiers
Portugal was drawn to Group Five, along with Denmark, to play in a two-legged Play-off. After a 1–1 tie in Lisbon, the Portuguese lost the return leg in Aalborg 2–1, ending with a 3–2 aggregate result.
1974 European U-23 qualifiers
For the next tournament, Portugal was put in Group Six with Bulgaria. The playoff result was 2–1 (0–0 in the first leg in Porto and 2–1 in Pleven) for the Bulgarians.
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association football team representing Portugal at the Olympic Games
The Portugal national under-23 football team represents Portugal in international football competitions in Olympic Games, as well as in under–23 football tournaments. The selection is limited to players under the age of 23, except three over-age players. The team is controlled by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF). In three participations, Portugal's highest place was fourth, in 1996. This team also competed in the now-defunct Under-23 European Championship. The first time Portugal participated in the Olympic Football Tournament, they fielded main team players since the International Olympic Committee rules allowed to do so back then and in the 1980s, the team was composed of semi-professional players. The team currently qualifies in accordance to their under-21 team position in the UEFA European Under-21 Championship. The results below comprise both the under-23 team as well as the Olympic team. They won the world championships
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