Francisco António Machado Mota de Castro Trincão

Trincão represents Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga, one of the most competitive divisions in world football. A native of Viana do Castelo in Portugal, he converted his natural talent into a professional career through hard work and dedication. Operating as a midfielder, his frame of 184 cm and 76 kg gives him a physical edge in aerial and physical duels. Whether holding or organising, he adapts perfectly to the different situations he encounters on the pitch. His transfer from Barcelona to Sporting CP in 2023 for € 7M was one of the most talked-about deals of that window. The silverware in his career — notably Primeira Liga, UEFA Nations League, Taça de Portugal — confirms his ability to perform in the biggest moments. With the 2025/2026 campaign in full swing, he is intent on making his presence felt in Sporting CP's plans. Trincão continues to write his story in professional football, one performance at a time.