Nuno Mendes vs Rafael Leão Stats 2026/27: Who Is Better This Season?
Nuno Mendes vs Rafael Leão stats this season (2026/27): Mendes 4 goals and 5 assists in 20 league games for Paris Saint-Germain; Leão 1 goals and 0 assists in 7 league games for AC Milan. At World Cup 2026: Mendes 1 goals in 5 games, Leão 1 in 5.
Nuno Mendes vs Rafael Leão: Stat Comparison Table
Higher value highlighted in gold (lower is better for yellow cards).
| Attribute | Nuno Mendes | Rafael Leão |
|---|---|---|
| Position | Defender | Forward |
| Club | Paris Saint-Germain | AC Milan |
| Nationality | Portugal | Portugal |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Statistic | Nuno Mendes | Rafael Leão |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 5 | 5 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| Assists | 0 | 1 |
| Yellow cards | 0 | 0 |
| Statistic | Nuno Mendes | Rafael Leão |
|---|---|---|
| International caps | — | 51 |
| International goals | — | 6 |
| Statistic | Nuno Mendes | Rafael Leão |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 20 | 7 |
| Goals | 4 | 1 |
| Assists | 5 | 0 |
Did you know: Nuno Mendes
- He was born in Sintra in 2002 and joined Sporting's academy at 10. He won the 2020–21 Primeira Liga in his first full season.
- PSG signed him on loan in August 2021 and made the move permanent in 2022 for about €40 million.
- With PSG he has won five Ligue 1 titles and the Champions League in 2024–25 and 2025–26.
- He scored in the 2025 Nations League final against Spain, converted his penalty in the shootout, and was named Player of the Tournament.
Did you know: Rafael Leão
- He made his Sporting first-team debut in 2018 and won the 2017–18 Taça da Liga before terminating his contract.
- Lille signed him on a free transfer, and AC Milan bought him after one season, in August 2019.
- He won the 2021–22 Serie A with Milan and was named that season's Most Valuable Player.
- He joined Galatasaray in 2026 after seven seasons at Milan.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many goals did Nuno Mendes score in World Cup 2026? +
Nuno Mendes scored 1 goal at World Cup 2026 in 5 appearances. The tournament ended on July 19, 2026 with Spain beating Argentina in the final.
How many international caps does Nuno Mendes have? +
Nuno Mendes represents Portugal internationally.
Who performed better at WC 2026, Nuno Mendes or Rafael Leão? +
Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão were both World Cup 2026 stars. Nuno Mendes scored 1 goal while Rafael Leão scored 1 goal at the tournament. Use the tabs above to compare their WC 2026, Career and Club Season stats.
What are Rafael Leão's international stats? +
Rafael Leão has 51 international caps and 6 career international goals for Portugal.
What club did Rafael Leão play for this season? +
In the 2026 club season, Rafael Leão scored 1 goals and provided 0 assists in 7 appearances. They play for Portugal.
Nuno Mendes vs Rafael Leão: Stats Overview
Nuno Mendes (🇵🇹 Portugal, Defender) and Rafael Leão (🇵🇹 Portugal, Forward) are both World Cup 2026 players. The tournament ran from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with Spain beating Argentina 1-0 in the final.
In their 2025/26 and 2026/27 club seasons, Nuno Mendes scored 4 goals and provided 5 assists in 20 appearances, while Rafael Leão scored 1 goals and 0 assists in 7 apps. Use the tabs above to see their World Cup 2026, Career and Club Season stats side by side.