A Seleção das Quinas
translates to "The Portugal national football team" in English. The "quinas" refers to the five blue shields with white dots that are featured on the Portuguese national team's emblem and flag.
In recent years, a remarkable transformation has unfolded within the ranks of this team. From humble beginnings to a triumphant resurgence, the journey has been nothing short of epic. The dawn broke when they made a defiant entrance onto the grand stage, earning a coveted spot at the inaugural UEFA Women's Euro 2017. With unyielding determination, they etched their name into history, emerging from the shadows to make their mark.
Their maiden tournament, though met with challenges, unveiled their unyielding spirit. The battlefields saw them rise against the odds, snatching victory from the clutches of doubt. The fierce encounter with a formidable Scottish side saw their triumph, shattering predictions and igniting the flames of a new era. Even in the face of adversity, they stood unshaken, leaving an indelible mark on the field.
A subsequent setback at the gates of the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup tested their mettle, but it wasn't the end. With eyes fixed firmly on the horizon, they embarked on an extraordinary quest for redemption. The path to UEFA Women's Euro 2022 was anything but ordinary, a saga of unwavering resilience. With every goal scored, with every victory achieved, they marched on, each stride a testament to their unbreakable bond.
The play-offs brought them face to face with destiny, against a formidable Russian adversary. The fields echoed with their fierce determination as they battled for their rightful place. The first leg slipped from their grasp by a mere thread, but they stood unyielding. In the crucible of the second leg, they stared down the odds and emerged triumphant, their victory a crescendo that resonated across the realms of football.
As the dust settled, they found themselves thrust into the radiant spotlight of UEFA Women's Euro 2022. A group stage that became their proving ground, where they clashed against giants with unwavering resolve. Against the canvas of a fiercely competitive landscape, they demonstrated their mettle, rising from the ashes with courage that burned brighter than ever.
The culmination arrived with the 2023 World Cup beckoning them to step onto the world's grandest arena. They faced titans, their path fraught with peril and promise. A clash against the Dutch powerhouse set the stage, a valiant stand despite the outcome. Victory unfurled against Vietnam, as they etched their name in the annals of history. The crescendo came with the duel against the United States, a confrontation that echoed with echoes of legends.
In a contest that hung on the edge of destiny, they battled relentlessly, pushing their limits. The goalpost trembled, as they defied fate with every breath. The final whistle signaled the end of an epochal battle, an odyssey that had brought them to this moment. Though the victory eluded them, their spirit remained unbroken, a beacon of hope for the battles that await.
Their story, written in sweat and passion, had resonated across fields and hearts. Warriors, indomitable and fierce, they left their legacy on the hallowed turf. In their wake, they stood as a testament to the power of unity, the embodiment of warriors who had dared to dream, dared to fight, and dared to ignite a flame that would forever burn bright.
The Portugal women's national football team, also known as "Navegadoras", represents Portugal in international women's football competition. The team is controlled by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) and competes as a member of UEFA in various international football tournaments such as the FIFA Women's World Cup, UEFA Women's Euro, the Summer Olympics, and the Algarve Cup.
A glorious history has been forged, illuminating a path to a radiant future.
Behold our valiant warriors,
primed to embark on epic battles:
Goalkeepers
12. Patrícia Morais
1. Inês Pereira
Defenders
15. Carole Costa
4. Sílvia Rebelo
5. Joana Marchão
2. Catarina Amado
3. Lúcia Alves
17. Ana Seiça
25. Alicia Correia
19. Diana Gomes
Midfielders
14. Dolores Silva
11. Tatiana Pinto
13. Fátima Pinto
8. Andreia Norton
20. Francisca Nazareth
6. Andreia Jacinto
7. Ana Rute
Forwards
9. Ana Borges
18. Carolina Mendes
10. Jéssica Silva
16. Diana Silva
21. Ana Capeta
23. Telma Encarnação
3. Lúcia Alves
25. Maria Alagoa
Technical Team
Francisco Neto
Luís Marques
Ana Gonçalves
Nuno Costa