Learn Everything About Pepe’s Wife ‘Doctor’ Ana Sofia Moreira & Their Children- Diving Deep Into Portugal Star’s Family Life

Pepe has an interesting reputation among soccer fans. On the pitch, he is a no-nonsense defender who is not shy of a confrontation. Yet, the Portuguese star is one of the nicest guys off it. He involves himself in noble causes and has donated 5000 kg of food and money to the needy. Hard to believe right?

The truth is there are a lot of misconceptions regarding Pepe. The veteran soccer player, while world-renowned, has successfully managed to keep his private life under wraps. Therefore, we will plunge deep into the Portuguese star’s personal life and family.

Early life and rejecting the Seleção!

Unknown to many, Pepe is not natively Portuguese. The defender was born to his father Anael Ferreira and his wife in Alagoas, Brazil. Pepe’s actual name is Kepler Laveran Lima Ferreira. The scientists Johannes Kepler and Charles Louis Alphonse Laveran inspired his parents to keep the name. While Ferreira wanted his son to be a scientist, his child swerved the lab in favor of the soccer pitch.

Having started his youth career with Corinthians Alagoano, the center-back set to seek greener pastures. Hence, he left his parents and three siblings behind and moved to Portugal to play for Maritimo. Soon after, Jose Mourinho recognized his talent and Pepe’s career took off.

In 2007, Pepe made the huge decision to represent Portugal internationally. But this came with a lot of hostility. Previously, another Brazilian named Deco did the same and fans voiced their displeasure. The defender found it problematic to pick out his national team. But amid the challenges, there was a silver lining as Ana Sofia Moreira entered his life.

Meet Ana Sofia Moreira, Pepe’s wife with a medical background

It was in Porto in 2007, that Pepe met Ana Sofia Moreira, the love of his life. At that time, Ana was a student, studying medicine at a Portuguese university. The two connected and married in the same year. Even today, the bond between the pair is going strong, and they have had two daughters: Sofi Moreira Ferreira and Emily Moreira Ferreira. Later in 2022, Ana gave birth to their son, Rodrigo.

It is unknown if Ana is currently working in a hospital or running a clinic. She prefers to keep her activities private but is active on Instagram. Ana’s favorite club is also unknown. However, she has always been there to support her husband and was with Pepe at the Euro 2016 final. With Pepe expected to have a significant role at Euro 2024, Ana will once again be cheering for the Portuguese.