Paulo Ferreira is a retired Portuguese professional footballer, born on January 10, 1979, in Lisbon, Portugal. He primarily played as a right-back and is known for his defensive skills and tactical awareness. Ferreira began his career at Estoril Praia before moving to Porto, where he won multiple domestic titles and the UEFA Champions League. In 2004, Ferreira signed with Chelsea FC in the English Premier League, where he continued to achieve success, including winning several league titles and domestic cups. He also represented the Portugal national team, earning over 40 caps and participating in major tournaments like the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.