Portuguese football icon Nuno Gomes at Gothia Cup

Former national team star Nuno Gomes is in Gothenburg — not as a player, but as an engaged spectator and supporter. – I am truly impressed by Gothia Cup. Not just by the football, but by how the entire city is filled with a festive atmosphere and a sense of community, says Nuno Gomes.

The Portuguese football profile Nuno Gomes has had a long and successful playing career. With over 70 international caps for Portugal, twelve seasons at SL Benfica, and a stint at Italian club ACF Fiorentina, he has participated in some of the biggest international tournaments, including the European Championships in 2000 and 2004, as well as the World Cups in 2002 and 2006.
– I dreamed of becoming a professional footballer as a child, and I was fortunate to live that dream. Football has been my life, and it continues to be so today, especially when it comes to supporting the development of young talents, he says.

Nuno Gomes is in Gothenburg for the first time to follow his son, who is participating with the Portuguese team Cascais.
– I’m here as a father, but also as a supporter and representative of the team — and I must say that Gothia Cup has exceeded all expectations, he says.

Nuno Gomes highlights his commitment to the development of young players in the sport. He praises the immense dedication that drives the entire Gothia Cup. For Nuno Gomes, youth tournaments are crucial for both individual and collective growth.
– I want to applaud everyone who stands behind the tournament. It is thanks to their work that this dream becomes a reality for many young players. Gothia Cup creates lifelong memories and opportunities to take further steps within football, says Nuno Gomes.