André Villas-Boas: “I dedicate this win to Pinto da Costa and Jorge Costa” | OneFootball

“I dedicate this achievement entirely to Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa, the President of Presidents of FC Porto, and to Jorge Costa. Two symbols of a History that always demands more from us. A History that weighs on us, that honors us, and that obliges us to live up to it every single day. A History that passed on to us belief and faith in the pursuit and attainment of success,” reads a letter from the ‘blue and white’ official, released on the club’s official website.

Jorge Costa, a former captain and one of the great figures of the Porto club badge for many years, died in August 2025 while working within the club’s structure, close to the first team, while Pinto da Costa passed away in February. He was the most decorated president in the history of world football until he was surpassed, in the 2024 elections, precisely by the current leader.

For Villas-Boas, who was also a champion as coach of the ‘dragons’, these celebrations should be held “in a clear and unequivocal way,” for an achievement secured “with pride, professionalism and the Porto way.”

FC Porto won the national championship title for the 31st time following a 1-0 victory over Alverca in the 32nd round of the Primeira Liga, in a match decided by a goal from Bednarek in the 41st minute.

Coached by Italian Francesco Farioli, the ‘dragons’ reached 85 points, nine ahead of Benfica, in second place, and 12 ahead of Sporting, in third with one game in hand, with only two rounds remaining in the championship.

Benfica, national champions 38 times, remain the club with the most trophies, followed by FC Porto, now with 31 national titles, and Sporting, with 21.

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