World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Congo DR | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Uzbekistan | 27 | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Colombia | — | — | 0 | 0 |
Francisco Trincão took an unconventional path to becoming a Sporting CP regular — a Barcelona move in 2020 that never truly materialised, a loan to Wolves, and then a return to Portugal where he has finally found a home. At Sporting, his technical quality and ability to drift inside from the right have flourished under consistent game time, making him one of the Primeira Liga's more dangerous attackers. Tricky, quick-thinking, and comfortable in tight spaces, he offers Portugal's squad depth with genuine quality. His development at Sporting suggests the Barcelona move came too early; at 26, he is now the player that transfer always anticipated.
Viana do Castelo, Portugal · 1999-12-29
Career
Sporting CP2022 – present
Wolves2021
Barcelona2020
SC Braga2018 – 2019Frequently asked questions
How old is Francisco Trincão?
Francisco Trincão is 26 years old (born 1999-12-29).
What club does Francisco Trincão play for?
Francisco Trincão plays for Sporting Lisbon and represents Portugal.
What position does Francisco Trincão play?
Francisco Trincão plays as a Forward, wearing #16.
How has Francisco Trincão performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Francisco Trincão has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 6.2 at the 2026 World Cup.