FC Porto send condolences to Diogo Costa after his grandfather's death | OneFootball

Joaquim Meireles, the grandfather of Diogo Costa, has died. FC Porto, the club represented by the goalkeeper and captain, made the news public and expressed its support for the player, his family and friends.

“FC Porto stands with our captain Diogo Costa during this difficult time, following the loss of his grandfather, Joaquim Meireles. To Diogo, as well as to all his family and friends, we send our heartfelt condolences,” reads an official statement from the blue-and-white club.

The death will delay the captain’s return to training. Diogo Costa had been due to report back on Tuesday, July 28, but will only return to Olival on Wednesday, the 29th. According to the newspaper A Bola, FC Porto made itself fully available to the goalkeeper and assured him of its full support during this difficult period.

The Porto number 99 took part in the 2026 World Cup, which is why his return had only been scheduled for the end of July, after completing the allotted holiday period.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇵🇹 here.