Summary

João Neves (Portugal), Midfielder, 23 caps, 4 international goals, model: 5.3% to score anytime at WC 2026

João Neves

#87 Midfielder Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) Portugal

João Neves is a 22-year-old midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) and Portugal. He has earned 23 caps and 4 international goals for Portugal. Our model puts Portugal's title chance at 5% with a 93% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026. João has collected 10 career honours, making him one of the most decorated players at this tournament.

23 Caps

4 Goals

5 Season goals

1 Assists

7.18 Form rating

Age22Height1.74 m (5 ft 9 in)Weight146 lbsMarket value€83.2M

View next match prediction See Portugal team page

Betting Relevance

Anytime scorer angle Moderate

High shots volume Above average

Tournament form Steady

100% Independent Model-driven probabilities No manufactured edges

João Neves · the model’s read

João Neves brings 23 caps and 4 international goals for Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a midfielder. At club level they play for Paris Saint-Germain (FRA). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

The model rates Neves's anytime-goalscoring probability at 5.3% at this tournament — a long shot read. That comes from an expected 0.07 goal contributions (xG + xA) over the projected minutes. Like every probability on the site, it is a long-run likelihood, not a guarantee that a goal arrives in any one match.

João Neves: World Cup 2026 Form

How João has rated match-by-match at World Cup 2026.

7.2

Avg rating 3 games · WC 2026

6.5

Last match vs Colombia

Dipping

8.0

vs DR Congo

90 min · 1G 0A

7.1

vs Uzbekistan

76 min

6.5

vs Colombia

45 min

João Neves: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 (3 games) alongside the career baseline (62 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026 7.2

Career baseline 7.1

0.43 Shotsper 90 min 1.52

0.43 Shots on targetper 90 min 0.54

0.43 Key passesper 90 min 0.83

1.71 Tacklesper 90 min 1.99

0.85 Interceptionsper 90 min 0.98

4.27 Ball recoveriesper 90 min 4.91

82 Touchesper 90 min 82

At World Cup 2026, João is rating 7.2 — in line with his 7.1 career baseline.

Portugal Squad

Full squad

João is part of a Portugal squad heading to World Cup 2026 in Group K.

Cristiano Ronaldo Forward 5.37 Shots / 90

Bernardo Silva Midfielder 1.47 Key passes / 90

Bruno Fernandes Midfielder 3.6 Key passes / 90

Rúben Dias Defender 0.78 Tackles / 90

João Cancelo Defender 2 Tackles / 90

Rúben Neves Midfielder 1.83 Key passes / 90

João Neves: Career History

Club career, most recent first.

Benfica

2022 - 2024

Benfica B

2022 - 2023

Benfica Youth

2016 - 2022

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

10 TOTAL HONOURS

BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS

2× French Ligue 1 2024-2025, 2025-2026

2× UEFA Champions League 2024-2025, 2025-2026

1× FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025

HONOURS SNAPSHOT

3 League Titles

3 Cup Competitions

1 International

0 Individual Awards

League Titles 3

2× French Ligue 1
2024-20252025-2026
1× Portuguese Primeira Liga
2022-2023
1× UEFA Youth League
2021-2022

Cup Competitions 3

2× UEFA Champions League
2024-20252025-2026
1× FIFA Intercontinental Cup
2025
1× French Coupe de France
2024-2025

International 1

1× UEFA Nations League
2024-2025

Career Milestones

Key landmarks from João's career.

3 LandmarksTop career moments

2 ClubsAcross top leagues

10 AchievementsMajor honours

UEFA Champions League Player Of The Match Paris SG ·

UEFA Champions League

Award

FIFA Club World Cup Superior Player Of The Match Paris SG ·

FIFA Club World Cup Superior

Award

FIFA World Cup Player Of The Match Portugal ·

FIFA World Cup

Award

João Neves: Quick Facts

#87Shirt number

22Age

1.74 m (5 ft 9 in)Height

146 lbsWeight

Tavira, PortugalBirthplace

Paris Saint-Germain (FRA)Club

Part of the Portugal squad at World Cup 2026

Portugal team page

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does João Neves play?

João Neves plays as a Midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain (FRA). At World Cup 2026 they represent Portugal.

How many caps does João Neves have?

João Neves has 23 international caps for Portugal, with 4 international goals.

What trophies has João Neves won?

João Neves has won 10 career honours. Notable titles include French Ligue 1 (x2), UEFA Champions League (x2), FIFA Intercontinental Cup (x1).

What is Portugal's chance of winning World Cup 2026?

Our model puts Portugal at 5% to win World Cup 2026 and 93% to advance from the group stage.

Which group is Portugal in at World Cup 2026?

Portugal are in Group K at World Cup 2026, facing DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia.