Rúben Semedo

• Full name: Rúben Afonso Origem Semedo
• Date of birth: 3 April 1994
• Place of birth: Amadora, Portugal
• Nationality: Portuguese
• Position: Centre-back (central defender)
• Youth career: Began at Sporting CP’s academy (Sporting Clube de Portugal)
• Senior career (selected clubs):
  • Sporting CP B — progressed through Sporting’s reserve side
  • Sporting CP — promoted to the first team and made senior appearances
  • Loan to Villarreal (Spain)
  • Several subsequent moves including clubs in Spain, Greece and other leagues (career included transfers and loans following his time at Sporting)
• Playing style: Physically strong centre-back, good in aerial duels and recovery pace; capable of carrying the ball out from the back.
• International: Has represented Portugal at youth levels; senior national team appearances have been limited.
• Notes: Semedo attracted attention at Sporting for his athletic profile and potential; his career after Sporting included spells abroad and was affected at times by off-field issues that influenced transfers and playing opportunities.

Disclaimer: This is a concise summary focused on his time related to Sporting and general career highlights. For current club, statistics, or the latest developments, consult an up-to-date sports database or official club sources as player situations change frequently.