How many caps did Paulo Sousa win for Portugal?

Paulo Sousa won 52 caps for Portugal, scoring 0 goals.

Which clubs did Paulo Sousa play for?

S.L. Benfica (1989–1993), Sporting CP (1993–1994), Juventus (1994–1996), Borussia Dortmund (1996–1997), Inter Milan (1998–2000), Panathinaikos (2000–2001), Parma Calcio 1913 (2000–2000), RCD Espanyol de Barcelona (2002–2002).

Where does Paulo Sousa rank among Portugal's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Paulo Sousa #24 of Portugal's 33 greatest players of all time.

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24 / Portugal · 1991–2002

Paulo Sousa

CDM anchor

Caps · Portugal

Goals · Portugal

Life

1970

Clubs

S.L. Benfica, Sporting CP, Juventus

#24

Editorial rank of 33 for Portugal

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

A linchpin in two Champions League-winning midfields, his astute positioning and unflappable temperament made him a formidable defensive shield. Career record: 52 caps and 0 goals for Portugal; club career at S.L. Benfica, Sporting CP, Juventus.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q314440

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Career record

1989–1993	S.L. Benfica
1993–1994	Sporting CP
1994–1996	Juventus
1996–1997	Borussia Dortmund
1998–2000	Inter Milan
2000–2001	Panathinaikos
2000–2000	Parma Calcio 1913
2002–2002	RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
Portugal	52 caps, 0 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · Portugal checked 4 October 2026
Goals · Portugal checked 4 October 2026

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Around Sousa in the almanac

One rank above: Pauleta at #23.

One rank below: Rui Patrício at #25.

Portugal's editorial top five: Cristiano Ronaldo · Eusébio · Luís Figo · Mário Coluna · Deco.

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