Doctor Uses Jorge Costa's Last Interview Phrase to Explain Former Player's Sudden Death

Luís Negrão, medical advisor at the Portuguese Cardiology Foundation, described the sudden death of Jorge Costa as an "uncontrollable setback", a phrase the former player himself used in his last interview.

This tragic event has sparked discussions on sudden cardiac death in athletes, highlighting the unpredictability of such conditions despite medical advancements. Negrão emphasized that even with regular health checks, some cardiac issues can remain undetected until it's too late.

The football community mourns the loss of Costa, remembered not just for his contributions on the field but also for his character off it.