Telles' record-breaking tackle count at FC Porto
In 2018, Portuguese footballer João Pereira de Almeida Filho, better known as Telles, made history by becoming the first player in European football to score and make a winning goal for his club in the same match.
The feat was achieved during a match between FC Porto and rivals Sporting CP on February 5, 2018. Telles scored the opening goal for FC Porto, which was followed by a stunning equalizer from Sporting's Rui Patrício, who later scored the winning goal.
This incredible performance came after a long career with several clubs including Getafe CF, Deportivo La Coruña, and Atlético Madrid, where he had previously established himself as one of the best defenders in Europe.
Telles' achievement has been widely praised both in Portugal and internationally, and it is considered a testament to his exceptional skills and dedication to the sport. He has since gone on to win numerous awards and accolades, including being named the Best Defender in Europe in 2017 by the French newspaper Le Parisien.
Despite his success, Telles remains humble and dedicated to his craft, always striving to improve and continue to be a leader on the pitch. His legacy will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most remarkable records in Portuguese football history.
