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Personal Information
| Full Name | Kepler Laveran de Lima Ferreira |
| Date of Birth | February 26, 1983 |
| Nationality | Brazilian / Portuguese |
| Birth Place | Maceió, Brazil |
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Position | Defender |
| Debut | April 12, 2002 |
| Networth | $13 million |
| Agent | Gestifute |
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Pepe: A Brief Biography
Kepler Laveran de Lima Ferreira, commonly known as Pepe, is a Brazilian-Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a center-back for the Portugal national team and Porto FC. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time.
Early Life
Pepe was born on February 26, 1983, in Maceio, Alagoas, Brazil. He began his footballing career as a youth player at the Brazilian club Corinthians Alagoano before moving to Portugal with his family at the age of 18.
In Portugal, Pepe joined the Maritimo youth academy and made his professional debut for the club in 2001. He quickly established himself as a talented and tough-tackling defender and went on to play for several other Portuguese clubs, including Porto and Braga.
Club Career
Pepe began his professional club career in Portugal with Maritimo in 2001. After impressing in his early years with the club, he was signed by Porto in 2004, where he won two Primeira Liga titles, a Portuguese Cup, and a UEFA Champions League title in 2004.
In 2007, Pepe signed for Spanish giants Real Madrid for a fee of €30 million, which was then a world record fee for a defender. He quickly established himself as a key player for the club, forming a solid defensive partnership with Sergio Ramos.
Pepe went on to play for Real Madrid for 10 seasons, making over 330 appearances in all competitions. During his time at the club, he won three La Liga titles, two Copa del Rey titles, and three UEFA Champions League titles. He was known for his tough tackling, aerial ability, and leadership on the pitch.
In 2017, Pepe left Real Madrid to join Turkish club Besiktas on a free transfer, where he played for two seasons before returning to Portugal to sign with Porto once again in 2019. He has continued to be a key player for the club, helping them win the Primeira Liga title in 2019-20 and 2021-22.
International Career
Pepe made his international debut for Portugal in 2007 and has since been a regular member of the squad, playing in major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship. He was an instrumental part of the Portugal team that won the UEFA Euro 2016, where he played a key role in their defensive unit.
Pepe has also represented Portugal in the FIFA World Cup, featuring in the 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 editions of the tournament. He was a key player in Portugal's 2018 World Cup campaign, helping them to reach the knockout stages of the tournament.
Overall, Pepe has made over 130 appearances to date for the Portugal national team, making him one of the country's most-capped players.
Records
- Pepe has been named the Primeira Liga's Best Defender twice (in 2006 and 2007) and was included in the UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season four times (in 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, and 2016–17).
- He was named the man of the match in the UEFA Euro 2016 Final, helping Portugal to win their first major international trophy.
- Pepe has also earned over 130 caps for the Portugal national team, making him one of the country's most-capped players of all time.
Awards and Achievements
| Porto | Primeira Liga: 2005–06, 2006–07, 2019–20, 2021–22 |
| Taça de Portugal: 2005–06, 2019–20, 2021–22 | |
| Taça da Liga: 2022–23 | |
| Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira: 2006, 2020, 2022 | |
| Intercontinental Cup: 2004 | |
| Real Madrid | La Liga: 2007–08, 2011–12, 2016–17 |
| Copa del Rey: 2010–11, 2013–14 | |
| Supercopa de España: 2008, 2012 | |
| UEFA Champions League: 2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17 | |
| UEFA Super Cup: 2014 | |
| FIFA Club World Cup: 2014, 2016 | |
| Portugal | UEFA European Championship: 2016 |
| UEFA Nations League: 2018–19 | |
| Individual | UEFA European Championship Team of the Tournament: 2008, 2012, 2016 |
| UEFA Euro 2016 Final: Man of the Match | |
| UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season: 2013–14 | |
| ESM Team of the Season: 2013–14 | |
| CNID Best Portuguese Athlete Abroad: 2014 | |
| Goal's La Liga Team of the Season: 2010–11 | |
| Süper Lig Team of the Year: 2017–18 | |
| Süper Lig Defender of the Year: 2017–18 | |
| Primeira Liga Defender of the Month: September/October 2020 | |
| Primeira Liga Team of the Year: 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22 | |
| Quinas de Ouro Awards – Best Portuguese Player Playing in Portugal: 2020 | |
| SJPF Player of the Month: April 2006 |
Personal Life
Off the field, Pepe is known for his charitable work, particularly in his home country of Brazil. He has supported causes related to education, health, and poverty alleviation, and has also been involved in initiatives to promote football among underprivileged youth.
Pepe has also been outspoken about social issues, such as racism in football and society, and has used his platform to raise awareness about these issues. He has been recognized for his activism and was awarded the European Medal of Tolerance in 2018.
Net Worth
As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $13 million.
Family
Pepe comes from a large family. He was born to parents Maria Ivone and Adilson. He has eight siblings, including his younger brother and fellow professional footballer, Micael.
Wife
Pepe has been married to Ana Sofia Moreira since 2007, and the couple has three children together.
Houses
In 2017, Pepe purchased a luxury villa in the hills of Marbella, Spain, for €3.8 million. The property is said to have six bedrooms, a cinema room, gym, and an infinity pool with panoramic views of the Mediterranean.
In 2015, he purchased a €4.5 million mansion in the hills above Porto, which he uses as a summer residence.
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