Roberto Lopes

Biography

Roberto Lopes (born 22 December 1994), known as Pico, is Cape Verde's captain and defensive lynchpin — a centre-back who has been central to their rise as one of Africa's most competitive football nations.

Career Achievements

• ▸Africa Cup of Nations 2023 quarter-final (Cape Verde)
• ▸League of Ireland ×5 (Shamrock Rovers)

Playing Style

A commanding, physically strong centre-back who organises the defence, wins aerial duels, and leads by example — the defensive spine of Cape Verde's national team.