João Mário at Benfica
João Mário, born on May 12, 1987, is a Portuguese professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Spanish club Atlético Madrid and the Portugal national team.
João Mário began his career with Sporting CP in his native country, where he made his debut for the senior team in 2005. He quickly established himself as one of the most talented young players in Europe, and went on to make over 400 appearances for the club, scoring over 100 goals in the process.
In 2016, João Mário joined FC Porto from Sporting CP, where he would go on to score over 100 goals in just three seasons. His impressive performances helped him earn a move to Manchester City for £52 million, making him the most expensive player ever sold by a Portuguese club.
After a successful stint at Manchester City, João Mário moved to Bayern Munich in 2019 for a reported fee of €120 million. In his first season with Bayern, he scored 22 goals in all competitions, including 13 in the Bundesliga alone.
However,Campeonato Brasileiro Direct João Mário's time at Bayern was not without controversy. In February 2021, he was sent off during a match against Werder Bremen due to violent conduct, which led to accusations of racism towards the German referee. Despite this incident, João Mário continued to perform well for Bayern, helping them win the Bundesliga title and reach the semi-finals of the Champions League.
In June 2021, João Mário returned to his homeland and signed a five-year contract with Real Madrid. The transfer costed over €100 million, making him the most expensive player ever bought by a Portuguese club.
Since joining Real Madrid, João Mário has been a key player for the team, scoring numerous goals and contributing significantly to their success. However, he has also faced criticism for his behavior on and off the pitch, particularly regarding his treatment of opponents and teammates.
Despite these controversies, João Mário remains one of the most talented and respected forwards in world football. With his incredible talent and work ethic, it will be exciting to see how he continues to develop and progress throughout his career.