Jorge Costa, FC Porto's football director and former captain, passed away at 53 due to cardiac arrest. FC Porto expressed profound sadness at his loss and recognized him as an iconic figure of the club, embodying dedication, leadership, and passion. Throughout his career, Costa achieved significant milestones, including winning the UEFA Cup in 2003 and the Champions League in 2004 under José Mourinho, alongside eight league titles. He played 383 matches for Porto and earned 50 caps for Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to Costa, highlighting his impact on the sport.
Futebol Clube do Porto expresses its deepest sadness and dismay at the passing of an iconic figure in the history of the club. Throughout his life, both on and off the pitch, Jorge Costa embodied the values that define FC Porto: dedication, leadership, passion, and an unshakeable spirit of conquest.
He left his mark on generations of fans and became a symbol of Portismo. The legacy of Jorge Costa will always remain alive in the memory of all Porto fans.
Costa lifted the UEFA Cup in 2003, the Champions League under coach José Mourinho in 2004, as well as eight league trophies in his 15 years at Porto.
Costa played 383 games for Porto and earned 50 caps for Portugal. Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to Costa and posted a photograph of the former defender on his Instagram story with the words 'Farewell Jorge Costa.'
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