Jorge Costa

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1. When was Jorge Costa born?October 14, 1971
2. When did Jorge Costa die?August 5, 2025
3. What is Jorge Costa known for?Winner of the 1991 FIFA World Youth Championship
4. What is the primary position?Central defender
5. What is the club affiliation (most notable)?FC Porto
6. Who is Jorge Costa?Jorge Costa is a famous Portuguese soccer player who was a strong defender and captain for FC Porto and the Portugal national team. He helped his teams win many championships, including the Champions League in 2004.

Central Defender: A defensive player positioned in the center of the back line, tasked with preventing opposition attacks and marking key forwards.
Primeira Liga: The premier professional football division in Portugal, widely considered one of Europe's top leagues.
UEFA Champions League: The most prestigious club football competition in Europe, featuring the continent's top-performing teams.
FIFA World Youth Championship: A biennial international football competition contested by the men's under-20 national teams of FIFA's member associations.