Eustáquio marks 150 games for Porto: “A great honour” | OneFootball

Stephen Eustáquio admitted that he was aware he could reach 150 appearances, but only after the end of the match did he realize the significance of the achievement. Born outside of Portugal, representing a club like FC Porto continues to bring him particular satisfaction.

“I am very happy. Especially considering where I was born, I never thought I would come to Portugal and have the career I am having. Obviously, I am very happy and it is a great source of pride for me to play 150 games for such a big club like FC Porto. It takes a lot of work and a lot of sacrifice as well, but at the same time, I am very motivated to keep adding to that number. From day one, the goal has always been the same, which is to win every game. That has never changed and can never change; that level of demand has always been present in both good and bad times. As we keep winning titles, it becomes addictive. If I can win more titles throughout this season, of course I will accept it,” the player told FC Porto’s media.

The midfielder also recalled some of the most memorable moments since his arrival at the club.

“I remember my first game was against Arouca, we won 2-0 with a goal from outside the box by Vitinha and a header from Chancel [Mbemba]. After that, I remember the 1000th goal at Estádio do Dragão against Atlético Madrid, in the Champions League. A little later, we ended up winning the League Cup against Sporting, in a match where I managed to score from outside the box. Those moments were the most important to me, but I could mention many others. They were all special, but in four years at FC Porto, a lot of things happen,” admitted the 28-year-old midfielder.

Stephen Eustáquio is in his fifth season with FC Porto and has totaled 150 games for the club.

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