Tragic Loss: Jorge Costa, FC Porto Director, Passes Away at 53
Correio Da Manhã3 months ago
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Tragic Loss: Jorge Costa, FC Porto Director, Passes Away at 53

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  • Jorge Costa, FC Porto director, dies at 53 after a cardiorespiratory arrest at the club's training center

  • The incident happened around 12:30 PM on Tuesday in Olival, Gaia

  • Costa was rushed to the Hospital de São João but could not be saved

  • The football community is mourning the loss of a respected figure in Portuguese sports

Jorge Costa, the director of FC Porto, has tragically passed away at the age of 53. The news was confirmed by the Hospital de São João to Correio da Manhã. Costa suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest at the club's training center in Olival, Gaia, and was rushed to the hospital in a very serious condition. Despite efforts to save him, he could not be revived.

The incident occurred around 12:30 PM on Tuesday, while Costa was at the FC Porto training and formation center. The sudden loss has sent shockwaves through the football community, especially among the blue-and-white supporters. Jorge Costa was a respected figure in Portuguese football, known for his dedication and contributions to FC Porto.

Jorge Costa

This tragic event reminds us of the fragility of life and the impact one individual can have on a sports institution. FC Porto and its fans are mourning the loss of a key figure in their club's history.

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