Who is the best player in Portugal national team history?

From Eusébio to Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal has produced world-class talent for decades — who is the greatest player in their history?

1. 1
   Cristiano Ronaldo

   Portugal's all-time top scorer and most-capped player; won EURO 2016 and the 2019 Nations League.
2. 2
   Eusébio

   The 'Black Panther' — 1966 World Cup Golden Boot winner and Portugal's first global superstar.
3. 3
   Luís Figo

   2000 Ballon d'Or winner and the most complete Portuguese player of his generation.
4. 4
   Rui Costa

   Elegant playmaker who starred for Portugal and AC Milan across the 90s and 2000s.
5. 5
   Bernardo Silva

   Technically brilliant winger, key to Portugal's 2016 Euros and Nations League title.
6. 6
   Bruno Fernandes

   Creative midfield driving force of Portugal's modern golden generation.
7. 7
   Nani

   Explosive winger who won the 2016 Euro alongside Ronaldo after a decade of dynamic service.
8. 8
   Pepe

   Imposing centre-back and a cornerstone of Portugal's defence across multiple tournaments.
9. 9
   Fernando Peyroteo

   A post-war Portuguese scoring legend, considered one of the most prolific strikers in the game's history.
10. 10
    João Félix

    Gifted forward from Portugal's latest golden generation with electric dribbling ability.
11. 11
    Simão Sabrosa

    Creative winger who played a key role in Portugal's EURO 2004 runner-up campaign.
12. 12
    Hugo Viana

    Talented midfielder of Portugal's early 2000s generation that also produced Figo and Rui Costa.
13. 13
    Pauleta

    Portugal's record scorer before Ronaldo with 47 international goals.

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