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Jorge Costa, former FC Porto captain, died at 53 after a cardiac arrest.
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He led Porto to UEFA Cup and Champions League titles and earned 50 caps for Portugal.
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Tributes poured in from FC Porto and Charlton Athletic.
Jorge Costa suffered a cardiac arrest at Porto’s training ground and died aged 53.
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He served as the club’s director of professional football at the time.
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Teammate Fernando Couto nicknamed him “Animal” for his fearless style.
Costa then led Porto to the UEFA Cup in 2003 and the Champions League in 2004.
He made 383 appearances for the club and won 50 caps for Portugal.
FC Porto honored him:
“Throughout his life, both on and off the pitch, Jorge Costa embodied dedication, leadership, passion and an unshakeable spirit of conquest. He became a symbol of Portismo.”
Meanwhile, Charlton Athletic said:
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jorge Costa at 53. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.”
Costa’s grit, leadership and loyalty defined Portuguese football and his legacy will endure.
