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Stephen Eustáquio

Stephen Antunes Eustáquio is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for FC Porto and serves as vice-captain of the Canada national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Stephen Antunes Eustáquio is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for FC Porto and serves as vice-captain of the Canada national team. Born in Leamington, Ontario, he is also eligible to represent Portugal through his family background. As of July 2026, sources indicate he has recently returned to training after recovering from a left knee injury.

Early life and background

Eustáquio was born in Leamington, Ontario, to Portuguese parents. He spent part of his youth in Portugal before building his professional career in Europe.

Club career

He has played club football in Portugal and, as of 2026, is associated with FC Porto. Some 2026 sources also mention a loan spell at Los Angeles FC.

International career

Eustáquio has represented Canada at senior level and is described as a vice-captain of the national team. He has appeared in major tournaments and qualifying competitions for Canada.

Playing style and position

He is primarily a midfielder, with several sources specifying a defensive or central midfield role. He is right-footed according to league and player profile sources.

Injury status

Recent 2026 reporting indicates he had been dealing with a left knee injury but was back training on the field. No source in the provided results states that he remained unavailable on 23 July 2026.

Key facts

  • Stephen Eustáquio is a Canadian midfielder who plays for FC Porto and serves as vice-captain of the Canada national team.
  • Born in Leamington, Ontario, to Portuguese parents, he also holds Portuguese nationality.
  • He has been recovering from a left knee injury and recently returned to training as of mid-2026.
  • He has played for FC Porto and had a loan spell at Los Angeles FC.
  • He is right-footed and primarily a defensive or central midfielder.
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Canadian context

He is a Canadian men’s international and vice-captain, making him a notable figure for Canadian soccer readers.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Stephen Eustáquio?
Stephen Eustáquio is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays for FC Porto and the Canada national team.
How old is Stephen Eustáquio?
He was born on 21 December 1996, which makes him 29 years old.
What position does Stephen Eustáquio play?
He plays as a midfielder, often described more specifically as a defensive or central midfielder.
Where does Stephen Eustáquio play?
He plays for FC Porto in Portugal’s Primeira Liga; some 2026 sources also report a loan move to Los Angeles FC.
What is Stephen Eustáquio's nationality?
He is Canadian, and several sources also identify him as Portuguese by nationality or heritage.
Is Stephen Eustáquio injured?
Recent sources say he was recovering from a left knee injury and had returned to training, but they do not clearly confirm a current injury on 23 July 2026.

References

  1. Canada Soccer — https://canadasoccer.com/profile/5005/stephen-eustaquio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, Canadian nationality, national team involvement, and player profile details.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/bio/_/id/270505/stephen-eustaquio
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, club, and midfielder position.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Eust%C3%A1quio
    Supports: Full name, birth date, club, position, and vice-captain role.
  4. MLSsoccer.com — https://www.mlssoccer.com/players/stephen-eustaquio/
    Supports: Position, nationality, birthplace, and player profile data.
  5. Al Jazeera — https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/6/29/who-is-stephen-eustaquio-who-scored-for-canada-against-south-africa
    Supports: 2026 reporting on his club situation and recent move details.
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com.mx/futbol/jugador/_/id/270505/stephen-eustaquio
    Supports: 2026 note indicating he was training after a left knee injury.