Portugal’s national padel team is gearing up for a major challenge. The Portuguese Padel Federation (FPP) just named the players for the FIP Euro Padel Cup – Final 8. This exciting tournament will take place in La Línea de la Concepción, Cádiz, Spain. Padel fans should mark their calendars for October 21-25, as some top-tier action is expected.
The goal for Portugal is clear: improve on their strong showing from last year. Both the men’s and women’s teams are aiming higher this time around. Leading the charge for the men are national coaches Gervásio Del Bono and Francisco Neves. For the women, João Barros and Leninha Medeiros will guide the squad. Portugal consistently proves itself among Europe’s best padel nations.
Last year, at the 2024 European Championship in Cagliari, Italy, the men’s team proudly secured a bronze medal. Not to be outdone, the women’s team also performed admirably, finishing in a respectable fourth place. These results set a high bar, but the current selections show a desire to push even further.
Men’s Squad Ready for Action
The men’s team features a mix of seasoned players and rising stars. This group will look to build on last year’s medal-winning performance and bring home gold.
- Afonso Fazendeiro
- Antonio Luque
- Miguel Deus
- Miguel Oliveira
- Nuno Deus
- Pedro Araújo
- Pedro Graça
- Pedro Perry
Women’s Team Aims for the Podium
The women’s squad is equally formidable, packed with talent eager to climb into the top three. Their fourth-place finish last year gives them extra motivation for this year’s competition.
- Alexandra Silva
- Ana Catarina Nogueira
- Clarinha Santos
- Constança Gorito
- Jéssica Para
- Margarida Fernandes
- Patrícia Ribeiro
- Sofia Araújo