Artur Jorge dead at 78: Benfica and Portugal legend and European Cup winner passes away as former club pays tribute
PORTUGUESE football is mourning the death of the legendary Artur Jorge at the age of 78.
The former forward enjoyed an impressive career as a player, with the highlight being his 105 goals in 130 matches for Benfica.
However, it was as a manager that he achieved icon status and saw him voted as the European Coach of the Year in 1987 after claiming European Cup success.
And Jorge also has the unique honour of being idolised by both supporters of rival clubs Benfica and Porto.
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