Portugal HubPortugal's national team has a Canadian superfan who has turned her admiration for the team into a real mission in life. Mélanie Gagnon, from the province of Quebec, Canada, chooses hotels where the team sets up its headquarters.
Who is Mélanie Gagnon?
Mélanie Gagnon is a Canadian who lives and works in Luxembourg. She follows the Portuguese team's trail across all continents, breaking language and geographical barriers to be close to her heroes.
What motivates her?
The passion for Portugal is what motivates Mélanie to travel the world. She has already met several players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Pepe, Bernardo Silva, and Bruno Fernandes.
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-02 | Portugal 2-1 Croatia |
What's next?
Portugal is in Dallas to play the crucial round of 16 match against Spain on 2026-07-06. Mélanie already has her travel plan outlined and is ready to follow the team.
The geographical distance between Quebec and Lisbon has never been an obstacle for Mélanie. On the contrary, the move to Central Europe, due to her settlement in Luxembourg, has only shortened the paths and intensified the emotional connection with the national colors.
Recent form: 3W-2D-0L (WWDWD, most recent first); on a 2-game winning run.
