Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has paid an emotional tribute to former FC Porto captain Jorge Costa, who died at the age of 53 following a cardiac arrest at the club's training centre on Tuesday.
The Al-Nassr forward shared a heartfelt message on his Instagram story to pay his last respects to the Portuguese football legend. Alongside a picture of the former defender, Ronaldo posted a dove emoji with the caption: "Ate sempre Jorge Costa" which translates to English as 'Until Forever' or 'Always love'.
Costa was a significant figure in Portuguese football, having captained Porto to Champions League glory under manager Jose Mourinho in 2004. Throughout his distinguished career, he earned 50 caps representing the Portugal national team.
The sudden passing of Costa has sent shockwaves through the football community, with several football personalities paying tribute to the former defender. Mourinho, who worked closely with Costa during their time at Porto, has also reportedly expressed his condolences.
Ronaldo's tribute highlights the respect and camaraderie shared among Portuguese footballers across different generations. Despite their careers not overlapping significantly, the bond of representing the same nation created a lasting connection between the two players.
Costa's legacy in Portuguese football remains significant, particularly for his leadership during Porto's most successful European campaign. His contributions to both club and country have left an indelible mark on the sport in Portugal.
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