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Eusébio da Silva Ferreira GCIH GCM (European Portuguese: [ewˈzɛβju ðɐ ˈsilvɐ fɨˈʁɐjɾɐ]; 25 January 1942 – 5 January 2014), nicknamed the "Black Panther", the "Black Pearl" or "O Rei" ("The King"), was a Portuguese footballer who played as a striker.
Sep 30, 2015 · A thrilling Portuguese forward known as the Black Panther, the great Eusebio's highlights and World Cup goals stand as some of the most exciting in the history of football.
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Jan 5, 2014 · Eusebio, the top scorer at the 1966 World Cup and one of the best players of all time, passed away from a heart attack in 2014. He played for Benfica and Portugal, and was admired by Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Figo and Jose Mourinho.
May 23, 2024 · Eusébio (born January 25, 1942, Lourenço Marques, Portuguese East Africa [now Maputo, Mozambique]—died January 5, 2014, Lisbon, Portugal) was a Portuguese football (soccer) player considered one of the greatest of all time. He was celebrated for his long runs through defenders and his deft scoring touch.
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Jan 5, 2014 · Former SL Benfica and Portugal forward Eusébio, widely considered one of the greatest players of all time and with the trophies to match, has died aged 71 of heart failure.
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Jan 5, 2014 · Eusebio was a star striker for Benfica and Portugal, who scored nine goals at the 1966 World Cup and won the European Cup twice. He was also praised for his sportsmanship and humility by former opponents and team-mates.
Main position: Centre-Forward. Other position: Second Striker. Full name: Eusébio da Silva Ferreira Date of birth/Age: Jan 25, 1942 Place of birth: Maputo Date of death: 05.01.2014 (71) Height: 1,77 m Citizenship: Portugal. Mozambique Position: Attack - Centre-Forward Foot: right Current club: ---.
