Júlio Tavares
Dijon/F/
Cape VerdePlayer Info
Júlio Tavares is a legendary figure for Dijon FCO and a iconic Cape Verdean striker, renowned for his prolific goal-scoring and leadership. Now 37, the 187cm forward enjoyed a glorious decade-long spell with Dijon, becoming the club's all-time record goalscorer and captaining them to promotions and historic Ligue 1 campaigns. His powerful frame, aerial dominance, and clinical finishing made him a fan favorite and a consistent threat. Tavares began his career in Portugal before his move to France defined his legacy. His honors include multiple promotions with Dijon and being a cornerstone of the Cape Verde national team's golden generation, helping them to historic Africa Cup of Nations appearances. Individually, he has won several Player of the Season awards at club level. Known for his charismatic presence and clutch performances, Tavares's name is synonymous with dedication and goals. Even in the twilight of his career, his experience and penalty-box prowess remain invaluable.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/07/24
Al Diraiyah
DijonSigned
2024/07/18
Al-Raed SFCAl DiraiyahTransfer
2022/07/24
Al-Faisaly HarmahAl-Raed SFCSigned
2020/09/12
DijonAl-Faisaly Harmah1000000€
Transfer
2012/07/29
Bresse Péronnas 01DijonSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Dijon
FRA National2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
19
Games Started
8
Minutes Per Game
798
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
2
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
19
Accurate Passes Per Game
138
Key Passes Per Game
17
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
0
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
1
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
6
Interceptions Per Game
2
Clearances Per Game
15
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
16
Be Fouled Per Game
8