It was Rui Costa himself who took the microphone in the Luz pavilion to call one of the most outstanding Benfica fans who this Saturday were awarded with emblems.
«[Sócio] 4309, glory, captain, symbol, a gentleman, one of ours: Humberto Coelho!”, he announced, drawing a prolonged standing ovation from those present, in a chilling moment for the former champion of the eagles. «It’s very proud. Benfica is part of my life, it was perhaps the best school I’ve ever had. He taught me moral principles, sports, rules, discipline and gave me enormous experience, surrounded by a lot of people. these 50 years [de sócio]… I’m a little emotional too. It’s my life, I’m alive, I’m fine and it’s extraordinary to live these moments”, said Humberto Coelho, leaving A BOLA’s question to confess: “I missed you, it’s true… Being applauded by so many Benfica fans made me remember the times when played and at the same time reminds me that what I did was worth it. It’s the recognition that they still remember and cheer me on. It moved me.”
The current vice president of the FPF also said that Rui Costa, who was the national coach, «has all the conditions to do well. [na presidência]». And he expressed his confidence in seeing the squad in Qatar: “We are working on it and I really hope so.”
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