Pinto da Costa
Pinto da Costa is a prominent Portuguese football executive known for his long tenure as the president of FC Porto, a role he has held since 1982. Under his leadership, the club has achieved significant domestic and international success, including multiple Primeira Liga titles and UEFA Champions League victories. Recently, he made headlines by addressing allegations concerning the financial state of FC Porto, specifically denying claims that his administration left only 8,000 euros in the club's accounts. In a public statement, he defended his legacy and the financial decisions made during his time, emphasizing the investments that led to substantial income for the club. His remarks also included criticism of a forensic audit commissioned by his successor, suggesting that the findings were biased and misrepresented the club's financial practices.
Born on May 28, 1936 (88 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 7 | 7.14 | 0.41% | +20% | 10,196,709 | 49,798 | $240,000 | 1,172$ |
| Iran | 1 | 9.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 83,992,949 | 27,530 | $610,000 | 200$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 4,858 | $430,000 | 211$ |
| Mozambique | 1 | 9.00 | 0.30% | +0% | 31,255,435 | 93,022 | $15,000 | 45$ |
| Totals | 10 | 135,335,493 | 175,208 | $1,295,000 | 1,628$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Portugal:
Pinto da Costa was considered a crucial witness in the investigation of the Operação Pretoriano.
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Portugal:
Pinto da Costa's death prompted a statement from FC Porto lamenting the silence of rivals Sporting and Benfica.
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Portugal:
Pinto da Costa is being honored by FC Porto after his passing.
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Portugal:
Pinto da Costa is being honored with a permanent memorial by FC Porto.
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United Arab Emirates:
Pinto da Costa was the former president of Porto, whose funeral Sergio Conceição attended.
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Mozambique:
Pinto da Costa was honored at the Estádio do Dragão before his burial.
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Portugal:
Pinto da Costa has led FC Porto for 15,344 days, witnessing significant changes in Portugal and the world.
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Iran:
Pinto da Costa was one of the most important and influential managers in the history of European football.
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Portugal:
Pinto da Costa is the most titled president in football history and had a significant influence beyond sports.
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Portugal:
Pinto da Costa responded to attacks regarding the financial state of FC Porto, denying claims that his administration left only 8,000 euros in the club's accounts.
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