Ricardo Quaresma

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Ricardo Quaresma
Ricardo Quaresma na Exponor.JPG
Quaresma in 2005
Personal information
Full name Ricardo Andrade Quaresma Bernardo
Date of birth (1983-09-26) 26 September 1983 (age 29)
Place of birth Lisbon, Portugal
Height 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)[1]
Playing position Forward
Club information
Current club Al Ahli Dubai
Number 37
Youth career
1997–2001 Sporting CP
Senior career*
Years Team Apps† (Gls)†
2000–2003 Sporting CP B 15 (0)
2001–2003 Sporting CP 59 (8)
2003–2004 Barcelona 22 (1)
2004–2008 Porto 114 (24)
2008–2010 Internazionale 24 (0)
2009 → Chelsea (loan) 4 (0)
2010–2012 Beşiktaş 46 (8)
2013– Al Ahli Dubai 8 (1)
National team‡
2000 Portugal U17 5 (2)
2000–2001 Portugal U19 4 (0)
2002–2006 Portugal U21 21 (6)
2003– Portugal 35 (3)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 24 April 2013.

† Appearances (Goals).

‡ National team caps and goals correct as of 24 April 2013
This name uses Portuguese naming customs. The first or maternal family name is Quaresma and the second or paternal family name is Bernardo.

Ricardo Andrade Quaresma Bernardo (born 26 September 1983) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays for Al Ahly Dubai and the Portuguese national team. Quaresma began his career at Sporting Clube de Portugal, and has also played for Barcelona, Porto, Internazionale, and Chelsea. He is popular for incorporating a repertoire of tricks into his style of play, including the rabona and trivela. A forward who can play on either flank, with his qualities of speed and finesse a regular problem for opposing defenses.[2]

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Club career

Sporting CP

While he was a trainee at Sporting's famed academy, Quaresma made his professional debut during the 2000–01 season, playing 15 games for the B squad. In the next season, he was promoted to the senior squad by then club manager László Bölöni, playing 28 matches and scoring three goals and was a key player in Sporting's league and cup double triumph.

2002–03 was a poor season for Sporting, finishing third in the league, which prompted speculation about Quaresma's future at the club.

Barcelona

Quaresma was then sold to Barcelona for a reported €6 million fee and loan of Fábio Rochemback.[3] In his debut season, he made 10 starts and 11 substitute appearances, scoring only one goal. In the final weeks of the season, he injured his right foot, forcing him to miss the 2004 UEFA Under-21 Championship.[2]

During UEFA Euro 2004, he announced his refusal to play for Barça as long as Frank Rijkaard was in charge, incurring the interest of many other clubs.[4]

Porto

Quaresma signed for Porto in the summer of 2004 when they sold Deco for a fee of €15 million cash, plus Quaresma's playing rights, which were evaluated at the time at €6 million.[5]

Quaresma started his campaign with Porto on a high note, scoring in his debut game in the 2004 UEFA Super Cup and netting the only goal in Porto's triumph against Benfica in the 2004 Portuguese Super Cup. He went on to score five goals in 32 league matches and was ever-present in Porto's run to the first knockout round of the 2004–05 UEFA Champions League. He also contributed to Porto's win against Once Caldas in the 2004 Intercontinental Cup, scoring in a penalty shoot-out which ended 8–7 in Porto's favour.

Quaresma was heavily criticised[by whom?] during his first year with Porto for being selfish and frequently trying to dribble past defenders rather than making a simple pass. He gradually began to incorporate his team-mates into the game, however, and by his third year with Porto, he had become a fan favourite and a key component of the squad.

Quaresma with Inter in 2009

Internazionale

On 1 September 2008, Quaresma signed for Italian champions Internazionale in a cash/player exchange fee of €18.6 million with young Portuguese midfielder Pelé joining Porto.[6]

He played his first game for the club in a friendly against Locarno, playing on the left wing. The game ended 2–2, and Quaresma was voted man of the match. He was decisive in his first Serie A match against Catania, with one of his trademark trivelas resulting in a Giuseppe Mascara own goal. The game finished 2–1 to Inter.[7] Quaresma, however, found opportunities in the Inter XI limited as former Inter boss José Mourinho stated:

"He is a great talent, but the joy I have at seeing the way Ibra works for and with the team I do not yet have with Quaresma. He will have to learn, otherwise he won’t play, and I am sure he'll change and become more tactically disciplined. He likes kicking the ball with the outside of his foot, but if you ask me about him in a few months' time, we'll be talking about a different Quaresma."[8][9]

His time in Italy was not considered a success, with him being given the Bidone d'oro award for the worst footballer in Serie A for 2008.[10]

Loan to Chelsea

Quaresma's omission from Inter's squad for the knockout stage of the 2008–09 Champions League led to speculation of him leaving the club. On 2 February 2009, transfer deadline day, he signed on loan for Premier League club Chelsea, until the end of the season.[2] He was given the No. 18 shirt. On 7 February, he made his debut for Chelsea against Hull City.[11] On 7 March 2009 he provided the cross for Alex to score against Coventry City in the FA Cup.[12] After a disappointing start to life at the San Siro, Quaresma claimed his move to Chelsea had restored his confidence after he struggled to impress José Mourinho at Inter. The 25-year-old Portuguese international said on 26 March 2009, "When I was at Inter, I wasn't feeling very confident. I wasn't playing well and wasn't happy, I already feel more confident here at Chelsea. It has brought the joy back for me, which I didn't have at Inter."[13] However, his last appearance for Chelsea turned out to be the 0–1 loss to Tottenham Hotspur on 21 March, and he returned to Inter at the end of the season.

Return to Internazionale

Despite attempts made by Inter to offload him,[14] Quaresma did not manage to attract any interest. With the retirement of Luís Figo, Quaresma inherited the No. 7 shirt, and José Mourinho said he would give Quaresma another chance for the new season.[15] Quaresma made his debut in the new season against Bari, coming on as a substitute for Patrick Vieira. Despite the odd impressive performance, he continued to find first team football hard to come by. After the arrival of Goran Pandev, Quaresma did not feature in Mourinho's plans on their quest for the treble.

Beşiktaş

Quaresma playing for Beşiktaş in 2012

On 13 June 2010, Quaresma joined Beşiktaş in Turkey.[16] Beşiktaş paid €7.3 million for his transfer. He signed a three-year contract, which entitled him to €3.5 million in the first season and €3.75 million in the next two seasons.[17] He scored his first goal for the club against Viktoria Plzeň in the UEFA Europa League Third qualifying round.[18] Quaresma was an integral part of the side during their run to the 2011 Turkish Cup Final. In the final, Quaresma opened the scoring for Beşiktaş in the 33rd minute and won the Man of the Match award as his side won 4–3 on penalties after the match had ended 2–2 after extra time.[19] On 25 April 2011 Quaresma and veteran player Nihat Kahveci had a spat on the pitch; Nihat was upset at Quaresma for failing to pass the ball and the altercation was broken up by team mates.[20]

Following the 3–1 defeat to Spanish side Atlético Madrid in the first leg of the 2011–12 UEFA Europa League on 8 March 2012, Quaresma had an altercation with manager Carlos Carvalhal in the dressing room at half-time after Carvalhal substituted Quaresma for İsmail Köybaşı. Reportedly, Quaresma did not take the news lightly and began throwing water bottles before launching a stinging attack at Carvalhal. Quaresma allegedly said, "I brought you here, you just think of yourself. If I was not here, [Carvalhal] would not be here. You can not remove me from the match because you're nothing." Following the incident with Carvalhal the club suspended Quaresma.[21]

He was released by the club on 20 December 2012, six months before his contract was due to run out, paying out the remainder of his contract, €1.48 million.[22]

Al Ahli

On 8 January 2013, Quaresma signed with Al Ahli from Dubai for 18 months.[23]

International career

Quaresma against Argentina in 2011.

A UEFA Under-17 Championship winner with Portugal in 2000, Quaresma made his full international debut for the Portuguese national team in June 2003, in a friendly against Bolivia.[24]

Poor form during his time with Barcelona and an injury prevented Quaresma from taking part in the 2004 UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship, Euro 2004, and the 2004 Olympics.[25] Sparkling displays, however, with Porto won him a role in Portugal's 2006 World Cup qualification campaign and the winger helped his country to a vital 2–0 win against Slovakia.[24] Quaresma, however, was left out of the 23-man squad named by coach Luiz Felipe Scolari to represent Portugal in the 2006 World Cup.[25] He was later called up to play in a friendly against Brazil at the Emirates Stadium, where Portugal won 2–0. Quaresma provided one assists and was named man of the match.[26] On 24 March 2007, Quaresma scored his first goal for the national team in Portugal's 4–0 win in a Euro 2008 qualifier against Belgium.[24] He was also a member of the 23-man squad for Portugal in Euro 2008, but appeared only sparingly for Scolari's Portugal during the tournament. But he did start in Portugal's third group stage match, a 2–0 loss to host nation Switzerland where nine of the 11 regular team starters were rested. He also scored the 3–1 goal against the Czech Republic in the second group stage match.

Quaresma was not called up for Portugal's 2010 World Cup campaign.

On 31 August 2010, Quaresma was called up to play two UEFA Euro 2012 qualifying matches against Cyprus and Norway. He replaced the injured Cristiano Ronaldo in the squad.[27] On 3 September 2010, Quaresma led Portugal against Cyprus in a match that ended 4–4. He was named man of the match after two years of absence from the national team.[24]

International goals

Personal life

Quaresma is of partial Romani descent.[25]

Career statistics

As of 24 April 2013[28][29][30][31]

Club performance League Cup Other Continental Total
Season Club Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Portugal League Taça de Portugal Supertaça Europe Total
2001–02 Sporting CP Primeira Liga 28 3 6 2 – 2 0 36 5
2002–03 31 5 2 0 1 0 4 0 36 5
Spain League Copa del Rey Supercopa Europe Total
2003–04 Barcelona La Liga 22 1 2 0 – 4 0 28 1
Portugal League Taça de Portugal Other[n 1] Europe Total
2004–05 Porto Primeira Liga 32 5 1 0 3 2 8 0 44 7
2005–06 29 5 4 0 – 6 0 39 5
2006–07 26 6 1 0 1 0 8 2 36 8
2007–08 27 8 3 1 1 0 8 2 39 11
Italy League Coppa Italia Supercoppa Europe Total
2008–09 Internazionale Serie A 13 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 19 0
England League FA Cup League Cup Europe Total
2008–09 Chelsea Premier League 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 0
Italy League Coppa Italia Supercoppa Europe Total
2009–10 Internazionale Serie A 11 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 13 0
Turkey League Türkiye Kupası Süper Kupa Europe Total
2010–11 Beşiktaş Süper Lig 21 3 8 3 – 10 5 39 11
2011–12 25 5 1 0 – 8 2 34 7
2012–13 0 0 0 0 – – 0 0
United Arab Emirates League President's Cup Etisalat Cup Asia Total
2012–13 Al Ahli UAE Pro League 8 1 1 1 0 0 – 9 2
Total Portugal 173 32 17 3 6 2 36 4 223 39
Spain 22 1 2 0 — 4 0 28 1
Italy 24 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 32 0
England 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 0
Turkey 46 8 9 3 — 18 7 57 14
United Arab Emirates 8 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 9 2
Career total 277 42 30 7 6 2 66 11 379 62

International

As of 24 April 2013[24]

Portugal national team
Year Apps Goals
2003 1 0
2004 1 0
2005 2 0
2006 2 0
2007 12 1
2008 7 2
2009 0 0
2010 2 0
2011 5 0
2012 3 0
Total 35 3

Honours

Sporting
Porto
Chelsea
Internazionale
Beşiktaş
Portugal
Individual

References

  1. ^ Ricardo Quaresma. Transfermarkt. Retrieved 24 April 2013.
  2. ^ a b c "Quaresma signs on loan". Chelsea F.C. 2 February 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  3. ^ "Barca seal Quaresma swoop". Sky Sports. 18 July 2003. Retrieved 3 February 2010. 
  4. ^ "Quaresma in Barca quit threat". Sky Sports. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  5. ^ "Facto relevante" (PDF). FC Porto (in Portugese). 6 July 2004.
  6. ^ "Quaresma completes Inter switch". Internazionale. 1 September 2008. 
  7. ^ "Quaresma goal against Catania" (video). YouTube. Retrieved 24 April 2013.
  8. ^ "Mourinho: A deserved Victory". Inter Milan. 22 October 2008. 
  9. ^ "Mourinho fires warning to Quaresma". Portugoal. 20 October 2008. 
  10. ^ "Quaresma wins Bidone d'Oro". ESPN Soccernet. 12 December 2008. Retrieved 9 September 2012. 
  11. ^ "Chelsea 0–0 Hull". BBC Sport. 7 February 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  12. ^ "Coventry 0–2 Chelsea". BBC Sport. 7 March 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  13. ^ "The Thursday Interview: Ricardo Quaresma". Chelsea FC. 26 March 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  14. ^ "Ricardo Quaresma vows to win over Inter fans". Goal.com. 7 September 2009.
  15. ^ "Jose Mourinho To Give Ricardo Quaresma Second Inter Chance". Goal.com. 10 July 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2013.
  16. ^ Ovunc, Ozdem (13 June 2010). "Quaresma Beşiktaş'ta". Hürriyet (in Turkish). Retrieved 13 June 2010. 
  17. ^ "Özel Durum Açıklaması". Turkish Public Disclosure Platform (KAP) (in Turkish). 13 June 2010. Retrieved 27 December 2010. 
  18. ^ "Eagles advance to playoffs after beating Czech side". Today's Zaman. 7 August 2010. Retrieved 11 April 2011. 
  19. ^ "49.Ziraat Türkiye Kupası'nda şampiyon Beşiktaş" (in Turkish). TFF. 11 May 2011. Retrieved 24 April 2013.
  20. ^ "Besiktas' Nihat confirms intention to boycott Turkish football after Quaresma fight". Goal.com. 27 April 2011. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  21. ^ "Quaresma suspended indefinitely by Besiktas". Goal.com. 11 March 2012. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  22. ^ "Quaresma released by Besiktas". ESPN FC. 20 December 2012. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  23. ^ "Al Ahli recruit Quaresma keen to start work". The National. 9 January 2013. 
  24. ^ a b c d e f Ricardo Quaresma. EU-Football.info. Retrieved 24 April 2013.
  25. ^ a b c "10 things you need to know about Chelsea's new signing". Daily Mirror. 3 February 2009. 
  26. ^ "Carvalho caps Brazil's first defeat under Dunga". The Guardian. 7 February 2007. 
  27. ^ "Quaresma called up to Portugal squad". ESPN Soccernet. 30 August 2010. 
  28. ^ Quaresma career stats. Football Database.eu. Retrieved 24 April 2013.
  29. ^ "Quaresma Turkey stats". TFF. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  30. ^ "Quaresma Etisalat competitions stats". PLC. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 
  31. ^ "UAE current season competitions stats". UAE FA. Retrieved 24 April 2013. 

Notes

  1. ^ Includes Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira (4 games, 1 goal), 2004 UEFA Super Cup (1 game, 1 goal) and 2004 Intercontinental Cup (1 game).

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