Roberto Lopes

Roberto Lopes

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Roberto Lopes is a defensive player for Shamrock Rovers who played a pivotal role in their recent victory over Galway United, contributing to a solid defensive performance that ended Galway's unbeaten streak.

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Roberto 'Pico' Lopes excellently marshalled the Cape Verde defence during the World Cup matches.

‘The magic continues’ – supporters of Cape Verde’s Pico Lopes celebrate World Cup odyssey – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-23
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Roberto Lopes, a central defender, was recruited to the national team through LinkedIn and has become a key player for Cape Verde in the World Cup.

Cara Ajaib Tanjung Verde: Rekrut Pemain Lewat Linkedin
Kompas·IndonesiaIndonesia· 2026-06-22
9.0

Roberto Lopes is a Shamrock Rovers player who has gained attention for his performance in the team.

Tech billionaire Peter Thiel’s ‘secretive’ gathering of US elites comes to Wicklow – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-21
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Roberto Lopes, also known as Pico, is a central defender who plays professional football in Ireland.

Tubarões Azuis já aquecem as baterias para a sua estreia no Mundial da FIFA
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2026-05-31
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Paulo Santos
Paulo Santos
Bubista
Bubista

Roberto Lopes, known as Pico, was integrated into the national team and is considered a great asset.

Rui Águas realça força colectiva dos Tubarões Azuis e manifesta orgulho pelo apuramento
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2026-05-28
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Rui Aguas
Rui Aguas

Roberto Lopes, known as 'Pico', is a player in the national team.

Tubarões Azuis recebem visita do antigo seleccionador no terceiro treino em Portugal
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2026-05-28
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Roberto Lopes, known as 'Pico', is part of the national team squad.

Tubarões Azuis realizam primeiro treino em Portugal para o Mundial
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2026-05-27
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For Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes, however, the June 15th game between Spain and Cape Verde is set in stone.

Steve Staunton recalls impact of USA ’94 heat as Ireland learn potential World Cup opponents – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-12-06
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Roberto Lopes is the captain of Shamrock Rovers and is expected to be part of the Cape Verde squad for the World Cup.

Ireland to face Mexico, South Korea and South Africa if they qualify for World Cup – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-12-06
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Heimir Hallgrimsson
Heimir Hallgrimsson

Roberto Lopes has led Cape Verde to the football World Cup for the first time.

Noch keine Tickets für die WM? Was Fans wissen müssen
Luxemburger Wort·LuxembourgLuxembourg· 2025-11-01
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Roberto Lopes is a central defender who was persuaded to join the Cabo Verde national team by Rui Águas.

Rui Águas vê crescente prestígio de Cabo Verde a agilizar recrutamento
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2025-10-16
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Rui Aguas
Rui Aguas
Pedro Brito
Pedro Brito

Roberto Lopes, a defender, was recruited from LinkedIn and expressed pride in his Cape Verdean heritage.

Bersama Pemain Diaspora, Tanjung Verde Lolos Piala Dunia
Kompas·IndonesiaIndonesia· 2025-10-14
8.0

Roberto Lopes, a defender, was recruited from LinkedIn and has a strong connection to Cape Verde.

Bersama Pemain Diaspora, Tanjung Verde Lolos Piala Dunia
Kompas·IndonesiaIndonesia· 2025-10-14
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Roberto Lopes, also known as Pico, was invited to join the Cabo Verde national team through a LinkedIn message.

Cabo Verde logró una histórica clasificación al Mundial 2026 y buscó a un jugador por LinkedIn
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-10-13
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Roberto 'Pico' Lopes inadvertently scored an own goal that put Libya in the lead.

Cabo Verde empata na Líbia e decide vaga no Mundial frente ao Essuatíni
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2025-10-08
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Roberto 'Pico' Lopes is a defender for Shamrock Rovers who was contacted by the then national coach Rui Águas through LinkedIn.

Reuters destaca percurso de Cabo Verde que pode tornar-se no segundo menor país a disputar um Mundial
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2025-10-08
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Tony Araujo
Tony Araujo
Rui Aguas
Rui Aguas

Roberto Lopes made a crucial defensive play to block a shot from Warren Davis.

Shamrock Rovers go nine points clear at the top after win over Drogheda United – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-09-01
7.0

Roberto Lopes ‘Pico’ is a defender called up for the national team.

​Bubista convoca 27 jogadores para jogos para a qualificação ao Mundial 2026
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2025-08-29
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Roberto Lopes made his milestone 50th appearance in Europe.

Shamrock Rovers come from behind to take away win over Santa Clara – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-08-22
8.0

Roberto Lopes provided a free kick that led to a chance for Rovers.

Shamrock Rovers left with work to do to extend European adventure after Ballkani defeat – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-08-08
6.0

Roberto Lopes is a defender for Shamrock Rovers who had to come to the rescue with a goal-line clearance.

Bohs keep title race alive as they earn third Dublin Derby win of season – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-23
5.0

Roberto Lopes is referenced as a fellow Crumlin native who plays international football for Cape Verde.

Eoin Morgan is just one example of why national identities are complex questions – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-06-05
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Roberto Lopes’ long range strike was turned on to the crossbar by Brian Maher.

Late Aaron McEneff goal nabs Shamrock Rovers win away to Derry – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-05-24
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