Rafael Ferreira Nel
Rafael Ferreira Nel attacks space with sharp runs and quick first touches from the vantage of a centre-forward, using his 1.82m frame to hold up the ball and link play. Rafael Ferreira Nel signed his first pro contract with Sporting CP in November 2022. He learns quickly and adapts. In February 2024, Rafael Ferreira Nel made his senior debut in a 3-1 Europa League win over Young Boys. Aug 2024 he extended his Sporting CP deal until 2029. Rafael Ferreira Nel solidified a starting spot for Sporting B, scoring 6 goals in Liga Portugal 2 by early 2026. In Jan 2026 he was named in the senior Liga Portugal matchday squad against Casa Pia and Gil Vicente. As a mobile attacker, Rafael Ferreira Nel presses high, drifts to finish moves, and links play to stretch defenses.
Season snapshot
Overall season statistics (all competitions).
| Season | Matches | Minutes | Goals | Assists | G/90 | A/90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 544 | 2 | 2 | 0.33 | 0.33 |
| 2023 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Form - Last 10 games
Strengths Analysis --
Xtra rating history
Last rating points (most recent matches).
Recent Matches
Primeira Liga - Estádio Municipal de Rio Maior, Rio Maior, Portugal
UEFA Champions League - Estádio da Luz, Lisbon, Portugal
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