Villas-Boas: Jorge Costa gone in body, always FC Porto in spirit | OneFootball

Jorge Costa was honored this Tuesday by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) and distinguished as a meritorious athlete. In a video, former teammates from the national team and FC Porto, such as Costinha and Domingos Paciência, recalled the drive and dedication of the “beast” on the field, as well as his ability to be a good listener off the pitch.

André Villas-Boas, president of the Porto club, also left a message for the former sports director: “Jorge carried a mystique that filled rooms. He has left us physically, but he will always be part of FC Porto.”

Diogo Costa, FC Porto's goalkeeper, stated that Jorge Costa is an inspiration. “When you talk about Jorge Costa, the word leadership comes to mind. We are talking about a person who is an example at FC Porto. He was a conqueror, a warrior, he gave everything on the field. He was very great. I really want to represent him every day, follow his example, and transmit energy to the whole group,” stated Diogo Costa, Porto's goalkeeper.

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