ABOUT JOÃO PAULO
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup pedigree
João Paulo arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 8 appearances on record from the WC2026 qualifying campaign for Cape Verde Islands, contributing 0 goals and 0 assists across roughly 78 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live WC2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Cape Verde Islands
As a midfielder for Cape Verde Islands, Paulo links defence and attack — controlling tempo, recycling possession, and contributing in transition. His club role at FCSB is similar — control midfield tempo, recycle possession, and contribute in transition.
WC2026 outlook
Cape Verde Islands enter Group H, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Paulo's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
João Paulo's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Paulo features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
Performance Metrics