Gilson Benchimol
Cape Verde · #9 · Striker
Cape Verde · #9 · StrikerGilson Benchimol is a forward in Cape Verde's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, playing their club football for FC Akron Togliatti in Russian Premier League. They have 23 senior international caps for Cape Verde going into the tournament.
Gilson Benchimol — 2026 World Cup profile
- NationCape Verde · Group H
- PositionStriker
- Shirt number#9
- Age24 (born 29 December 2001)
- ClubFC Akron Togliatti
- Club leagueRussian Premier League · Russia
- NationalityCape Verde
- BirthplacePraia, Cape Verde
- International caps23 (pre-tournament)
- Height187 cm
Squad/player data only — no scores, results or per-tournament stats. International caps are a pre-tournament career total.