Tiago Margarido25/26Tiago Margarido24/25Tiago Margarido23/24Tiago Margarido2023
Filipe Cândido22/23Filipe Cândido2022
Rui Borges21/22
Manuel Machado20/21Manuel Machado16/17Manuel Machado15/16Manuel Machado15/16Manuel Machado14/15Manuel Machado14/15Manuel Machado13/14Manuel Machado13/14Manuel Machado12/13
Pedro Caixinha12/13Manuel Machado12/13Pedro Caixinha2012Nacional is a professional football club based in Funchal (Ilha da Madeira), Portugal. Currently competing in Liga Portugal, they play their home matches at the iconic Estádio da Madeira. The team has built a formidable reputation both domestically and in continental competitions. Follow Nacional on FotLive for real-time scores, team stats, and transfer news.
Providing the cutting edge in attack, Chuchu Ramírez has been the primary source of goals for Nacional, leading the team's scoring charts with 18 goals so far this season, supported by key playmaker José Gomes who registered 5 assists.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Porto | 34 | 28 | 4 | 2 | +48 | 88 |
| 2 | Sporting CP | 34 | 25 | 7 | 2 | +65 | 82 |
| 3 | Benfica | 34 | 23 | 11 | 0 | +49 | 80 |
| 4 | Braga | 34 | 16 | 11 | 7 | +28 | 59 |
| 5 | Famalicao | 34 | 15 | 11 | 8 | +13 | 56 |
| 6 | Gil Vicente | 34 | 13 | 11 | 10 | +9 | 50 |
| 7 | Moreirense | 34 | 12 | 7 | 15 | -12 | 43 |
| 8 | Arouca | 34 | 12 | 6 | 16 | -17 | 42 |
| 9 | Vitoria de Guimaraes | 34 | 12 | 6 | 16 | -12 | 42 |
| 10 | Estoril | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | -3 | 39 |
| 11 | Alverca | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | -17 | 39 |
| 12 | Rio Ave | 34 | 8 | 12 | 14 | -22 | 36 |
| 13 | Santa Clara | 34 | 9 | 9 | 16 | -9 | 36 |
| 14 | Nacional | 34 | 9 | 7 | 18 | -8 | 34 |
| 15 | Estrela da Amadora | 34 | 6 | 12 | 16 | -18 | 30 |
| 16 | Casa Pia AC | 34 | 6 | 12 | 16 | -26 | 30 |
| 17 | Tondela | 34 | 6 | 10 | 18 | -28 | 28 |
| 18 | AVS Futebol SAD | 34 | 3 | 12 | 19 | -40 | 21 |
The active squad for Nacional consists of the following player roster classified by positions:
Goalkeepers: Kaique Pereira (Brazil), Lucas França (Brazil)
Defenders: Alan Núñez (Paraguay), Deivison (Brazil), Francisco Gonçalves (Portugal), Ivanildo Fernandes (Cape Verde), Joao Aurélio (Portugal), José Gomes (Portugal), Lenny Vallier (France), Léo Santos (Brazil), Lucas Oliveira (Brazil), Ulisses Rocha (Brazil)
Midfielders: André Sousa (Portugal), Anselmo, Chiheb Labidi (Tunisia), Claudemir, Daniel (Brazil), Filipe Soares (Portugal), Joao Vigario, Joel da Silva (Portugal), Jota (Portugal), Kalindi, Kevyn (Brazil), Liziero (Brazil), Marcio Madeira, Matheus Dias (Brazil), Mauro Cerqueira, Miguel Baeza (Spain), Nuno Borges, Nuno Campos, Pablo Ruan (Brazil), Paulinho Bóia (Brazil), Rui Correia, Sardor Rashidov, Thiago Gentil, Vanilson
Forwards: Chuchu Ramírez (Venezuela), Gabriel Veron (Brazil), Lucas João (Angola), Martim Watts (Portugal)
Nacional transfers: New signings include Lucas Joao (from Ümraniyespor), Pablo Ruan (from Londrina EC), Pablo Ruan (from Londrina EC) and Alan Nunez (from Cerro Porteno). Players transferred out include Lucas França (to Free agent), Lucas França (to Free agent), Josue (to Democrata GV) and Josué (to Democrata GV).
Tiago Margarido is the current head coach of Nacional. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 42% win rate across 0 matches, averaging 1.60 points per game. Previously, Filipe Cândido managed the club for 1 seasons, recording 0 wins from 0 matches (a 54% win rate).
Nacional hosts their home matches at the historic Estádio da Madeira located in Funchal (Ilha da Madeira). The stadium has a total seating capacity of 37,994 spectators, generating a vibrant home atmosphere during matchdays.
FotLive provides comprehensive coverage of Nacional, including match schedules, highlights, live statistics, and breaking transfer news. Follow Nacional to receive instant notifications for matches, goals, and key events.
