Eusebio- Former Footballer (In a Nutshell)
- Eusebio was a Portuguese footballer who lived from January 25th, 1942 until January 5th, 2014.
- He was a striker.
- Having played for nine different teams is impressive. Especially, having scored 317 goals in 301 games for Portuguese club, Benfica.
- Having scored 41 goals in 64 games for Portugal, at international level, is impressive.
- He retired from football in 1979.
Eusebio- Former Footballer (Nitty Gritty)
- “I’m proud to say I’ve done something for the good of football. I don’t compare myself to anyone.”- Eusebio
- “Not many people know this but my team in England is Manchester United. Bobby Charlton, Dennis Law, George Best, all great players. We created a bond when we played each other and I speak to Bob from time to time, though I can’t get used to calling him ‘Sir Bobby.’”- Eusebio
- “After Benfica, Manchester is very close to my heart.”- Eusebio
Eusebio- Former Footballer (What set him apart)
- “Football hasn’t got better, it has just evolved, from the ball to the boots to the shirts to the training methods – everything around them.”- Eusebio
- “The 1966 World Cup was the high point of my career. We have lost the semi-final, but Portuguese football was a big winner.”- Eusebio
- “I’m happy for the modern-day player who signs his contract and makes lots of money. The players of my era helped make that possible.”- Eusebio
Eusebio- Former Footballer (Final Thoughts)
- “All of the successes achieved throughout my career and contacts with the fans have made me aware of my responsibility to act as an example in the world of football.”- Eusebio
- “Shearer is the best English striker of his generation and yes, one of the best there has ever been.”- Eusebio
- “Football is a universal language.”- Eusebio