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Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa, presidente de FC Porto, morreu. Ele tinha 87 anos e lutava contra o câncer . Pinto da Costa fez o FC Porto famoso no mundo. Ele lançou um livro sobre sua vida em outubro. A cidade de Porto está triste e fará um dia de luto em sua homenagem .
Translation
Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa, the president of FC Porto, has passed away. He was 87 years old and had been battling cancer. Pinto da Costa made FC Porto famous worldwide. He published a book about his life in October. The city of Porto is in mourning and will observe a day of remembrance in his honour.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: How old was Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa when he passed away?
He was 87 years old.
Question 2: What event will be held in the city of Porto to honor Pinto da Costa?
The city of Porto will hold a day of mourning in his honor.
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▌17/02/2025
The football community and residents of Porto mourn the passing of Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa, the longtime president of FC Porto, who died on Saturday at the age of 87 after a prolonged battle with prostate cancer. Pinto da Costa's leadership transformed FC Porto into an international football powerhouse, a legacy hailed by presidential candidate Luís Marques Mendes.
Marques Mendes, while acknowledging the controversies surrounding Pinto da Costa’s tenure, emphasized the former president's undeniable impact on both the club and the region. Under his leadership, FC Porto ascended from regional recognition to global acclaim. Mendes further highlighted Pinto da Costa's extensive record, noting his status as "the most titled president in the world." The revered leader was known for his humor and prominence in Porto's community.
Death of Porto's Iconic Leader Pinto da Costa (Illustration)
Pinto da Costa's health deteriorated in recent years, notably following his defeat in the club’s presidential election to André Villas-Boas. His last public appearance was during a football match at Estádio do Dragão in December. Earlier in October, he launched his farewell book, "Azul Até Ao Fim," reflecting on his life and his cancer diagnosis in 2021. Notably, he curated his funeral guest list, excluding certain members of FC Porto’s current leadership and some former players whom he dubbed "traitors."
The funeral arrangements include a procession starting from Igreja das Antas, with the cortege making a symbolic stop at Estádio do Dragão before heading to Cemitério do Prado do Repouso for cremation on Monday. Due to the expected turnout, the local authorities have implemented traffic restrictions around the Antas area, with specific road closures to manage the influx of mourners.
The Porto City Council has declared a municipal day of mourning in honor of Pinto da Costa, recognizing his profound influence on the city’s sporting and cultural landscape. The former president leaves behind a storied legacy and a city in mourning, as well as a football world reflecting on his dynamic and often controversial career.
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