Collection: Sporting CP Soccer Cards

Sporting CP sports cards are best known for early rookie cards of Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo’s Sporting rookie cards are among the most valuable soccer cards ever produced. Collectors chase Panini and Topps autographed cards for modern stars like Pedro Gonçalves. Early Sporting CP memorabilia and parallels are sought after by collectors of Portuguese soccer history.

Sporting Clube de Portugal, commonly known as Sporting CP, was founded in 1906 in Lisbon and has grown into one of Portugal’s most historic and successful clubs, famed for its prolific academy, passionate supporters, and tradition of producing world-class talent. Nicknamed the Lions, Sporting has won dozens of Primeira Liga titles, domestic cups, and a UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup in 1964, the club’s first major European triumph, powered by striker Fernando Peyroteo, one of the most prolific goal scorers in football history. The mid-20th century brought dominance with stars like Manuel Fernandes and Héctor Yazalde, while the club’s famous Academia Sporting developed generations of players who went on to shine on the world stage. Most notably, Sporting’s youth academy produced Cristiano Ronaldo, who began his professional journey there before becoming one of the greatest players of all time, as well as Portuguese icons like Luís Figo, Ricardo Quaresma, and João Moutinho. Despite often competing with domestic giants Benfica and Porto, Sporting has maintained its reputation for flair and competitiveness, highlighted by the 2000s generation featuring striker Liedson, whose goalscoring consistency made him a fan favorite, and midfielder João Pinto, who brought leadership in a transitional era. After an 18-year league title drought, Sporting captured the Primeira Liga crown in 2020–21 under coach Rúben Amorim, with a young and dynamic squad led by captain Sebastián Coates, midfield maestro João Palhinha, and rising star Pedro Gonçalves, whose goals lit up the campaign. With a loyal fan base filling the Estádio José Alvalade, Sporting continues to build on its identity as both a competitive force and a club that develops elite talent for Portugal and the world. From Peyroteo’s scoring to Ronaldo’s beginnings and modern stars like Gonçalves, Sporting CP’s history blends tradition, innovation, and an enduring legacy in European football.

Favorite Sporting CP Soccer Legends

Cristiano Ronaldo  |  Luis Figo  |  José Alvalade  |  Ricardo Sá Pinto  |  Nani  |  Rui Patrício  |  Jardel  |  Fábio Rochemback  |  Carlos Martins  |  Miguel Veloso