LEGENDARY PLAYERS
EUSEBIO
Eusébio was born on 25 January 1942 in Mozambique and joined Benfica in 1960. He played for the club for 15 seasons, scoring 638 goals in 614 matches. He helped Benfica win 10 Portuguese league titles and the European Cup in 1962. In 1965, he won the Ballon d’Or and became one of the greatest legends in Benfica’s history.
RUI COSTA
Rui Costa was born on 29 March 1972 in Portugal and joined Benfica as a young player. He played for Benfica’s first team from 1991 to 1994 and returned in 2006, scoring 28 goals in 94 official matches for the club. He also played for Fiorentina and AC Milan, winning the Champions League with Milan in 2003. Today, Rui Costa is the president of Benfica, a position he has held since 2021.
ÁNGEL DI MARÍA
Ángel Di María was born on 14 February 1988 in Argentina and first joined Benfica in 2007. He played for Benfica until 2010 and returned in 2023, scoring a total of 51 goals in 217 matches. He won five trophies with Benfica, including the Portuguese league title in 2010 and three League Cups. In 2022, he also became a World Cup champion with Argentina.
THE LEGACY OF THE LEGENDS
From the legendary Eusébio, known for his incredible speed, powerful shots and goal-scoring ability, to the midfield maestro Rui Costa, Benfica has always been home to exceptional football talent. These players helped the club achieve great success and win important trophies. Their skill, passion and dedication made them legends and helped shape the identity of Benfica and Portuguese football.
The impact of Benfica’s legendary players goes far beyond their goals and trophies. They represent the club’s history, traditions and pride, inspiring generations of fans around the world. Benfica also focuses on developing young talents at its youth academy, the Benfica Campus. This helps the club discover future stars and continue its long tradition of success in football.
