Full Version: The Rui Costa Thread
As we all know, Rui Costa is back at Benfica, after years of waiting he's left AC Milan for the one club he truly loves. Do you expect him to be that creative force we've sorely been needing lately, or will he be unable to create the magic of old. Despite his age, the limited games he's played at AC Milan showed that he still has the magic, the ability to pick a golden pass or score an elegant goal.
yes! Definitely he will always have the ability to create something, you dont lose that as a player, as you get older you usually use your pace and stamina. of course he be playing 90 minutes game in game out, which is why i think we should have a back up for him because i dont see anyone else who could play in his place.
Did he get number 10?
QUOTE(Redwolf9 @ Jul 12 2006, 04:06 PM) 
Did he get number 10?
yes he got the famous number 10 shirt.
Of course he will make an impact! The man is a genius.
He already has infact..he played part in both of Benfica's goals today in their friendly 2-0 win over Shakhtar.
He already has infact..he played part in both of Benfica's goals today in their friendly 2-0 win over Shakhtar.
I think he's going to sell more shirts. He came when he was to old.
I'm going to be getting a nuber 10 Benfica shirt now!
I'm going to be getting a nuber 10 Benfica shirt now!
The guy hasn't lost it. Physically, it will be hard for him to play 90mins at the same level he used to play when he was 26, but technically he is perfect.
I am so glad he plays for Benfica now, that I will also buy his shirt. ;p
I am so glad he plays for Benfica now, that I will also buy his shirt. ;p
He is gonna crap on som many people now that he back wit benfica
Since the old thread got deleted and this one was already on the first page. It was the perfect candidate to be renamed 
Just a random question. Does anyone here own a Rui Costa jersey?
Just a random question. Does anyone here own a Rui Costa jersey?
QUOTE(Paixão @ Nov 23 2007, 07:00 PM)
Since the old thread got deleted and this one was already on the first page. It was the perfect candidate to be renamed
Just a random question. Does anyone here own a Rui Costa jersey?
Just a random question. Does anyone here own a Rui Costa jersey?
I have a Benfica and Portugal jersey with 10 on the back, but my name instead of Rui Costa.
I miss Rui Costa, It's a shame that he left Milan but I'm really happy that he's still doing well.
QUOTE(Paixão @ Nov 23 2007, 03:00 AM)
Just a random question. Does anyone here own a Rui Costa jersey?
i was thinking about getting one this year but im not a big fan of the jersey so i didnt get one lol. i only have 2 jerseys with a name one portugal with gomes on the back(shocking i know lol), and simao from last season
The Shakhtar game will be Rui Costa's last game ever in the Champions League
I hope we win...it would suck for him to lose and Benfica not even make the UEFA Cup
I hope we win...it would suck for him to lose and Benfica not even make the UEFA Cup
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Rui Costa to quit at season's end
December 31, 2007
LISBON (AFP) - Benfica's former Portuguese international Rui Costa revealed Monday that he will retire at the end of the season.
The 35-year-old midfielder said that he always intended to end his career with Benfica, the club where he began his professional career in 1991.
"I would have liked to leave the club proud of what I achieved ... and for what I achieved to be appreciated, and for me to be recognised as a good professional," he told the daily Record.
And he admitted that he would like to continue with the Portuguese giants in a coaching capacity.
"At Benfica I see myself in the job of sporting director. (I) need to continue to smell the odour of the locker rooms.
"But I still have four months left before hanging up my boots."
Rui Costa, who had 96 caps for the national side, retired from international football after Euro 2004, where hosts Portugal lost in the final to Greece.
After Benfica (1991-94) he played in Italy with Fiorentina (1994-2001), then AC Milan until 2006.
He returned to Benfica last year but was sidelined for long periods injured. The club are currently second in the league seven-points behind FC Porto.
December 31, 2007
LISBON (AFP) - Benfica's former Portuguese international Rui Costa revealed Monday that he will retire at the end of the season.
The 35-year-old midfielder said that he always intended to end his career with Benfica, the club where he began his professional career in 1991.
"I would have liked to leave the club proud of what I achieved ... and for what I achieved to be appreciated, and for me to be recognised as a good professional," he told the daily Record.
And he admitted that he would like to continue with the Portuguese giants in a coaching capacity.
"At Benfica I see myself in the job of sporting director. (I) need to continue to smell the odour of the locker rooms.
"But I still have four months left before hanging up my boots."
Rui Costa, who had 96 caps for the national side, retired from international football after Euro 2004, where hosts Portugal lost in the final to Greece.
After Benfica (1991-94) he played in Italy with Fiorentina (1994-2001), then AC Milan until 2006.
He returned to Benfica last year but was sidelined for long periods injured. The club are currently second in the league seven-points behind FC Porto.
the form he has been showing this season he can easilly go for another. hopefully we can end in a high for him.
QUOTE(Benfiquista @ Jan 1 2008, 06:16 PM)
the form he has been showing this season he can easilly go for another. hopefully we can end in a high for him.
Even as much as I dis-like Benfica, that would be amazing for Rui Costa.
I don't if this one will be as sad as Vitor Baia leaving
I don't if this one will be as sad as Vitor Baia leaving
Tomorrow will be his final match. It will be very sad to see him retire, and disappointed that this season didnt go better to sent him out of the game.
This guy is a legend and will always be remember by Benfiquista's and Portuguese around the world. Thank you Rui Costa for the memories
Rui Costa
This guy is a legend and will always be remember by Benfiquista's and Portuguese around the world. Thank you Rui Costa for the memories
Rui Costa
Thank you Rui Costa. 
Thanks for all the memories... I'll always remember the overtime blaster goal in Euro 2004 against England.
When i was a kid, his name was the first thing that came up to my mind when someone talked about Portugal. Defenitely a great player and Icon of Portuguese football.
Legend.
Legend.
Goodbye Rui
Hopefully he can turn this club around now as the new director of football
This is amazing video of him. Great player just sad to see him and Nedved go.
An excellent player who should be proud of all he achieved throughout his career.
He wont just be missed by Portuguese people, he will be missed by football fans world wide. I cant think of many players universally regarded as a legend at 3 clubs and thats a testament to Rui Costas attitude and personality as well as his footballing ability.
He is also one of the icons of that period in the late 90s when Serie A was, for me, the strongest league of my generation. Be it with Fiorentina or Milan, he is an icon of how football should be played!
FORZA RUI!!!!!!
He is also one of the icons of that period in the late 90s when Serie A was, for me, the strongest league of my generation. Be it with Fiorentina or Milan, he is an icon of how football should be played!
FORZA RUI!!!!!!
As Alan said true football fans who had the pleasure to witness this unbelievable man and the talent he had were truly blessed.
One of my favourite players in the last ten years especially when he was working in unison alongside Batigol at Fiorentina One of the most beautiful sights in football. Sadly Rui Costa doesn't get the credit he deserved throughout a career of sublime passes and pure intelligence on a football pitch, much like Juan Roman Riquelme.
My defining image of Rui Costa will be his pass for Sheva to score against Real Madrid, what an immense pass that was
Anyway ciao Manuel, football will miss another superb player
One of my favourite players in the last ten years especially when he was working in unison alongside Batigol at Fiorentina
One of the most beautiful sights in football. Sadly Rui Costa doesn't get the credit he deserved throughout a career of sublime passes and pure intelligence on a football pitch, much like Juan Roman Riquelme.My defining image of Rui Costa will be his pass for Sheva to score against Real Madrid, what an immense pass that was
Anyway ciao Manuel, football will miss another superb player
Rui was a legend of Portuguese football and seeing him call it a day has brought a tear to my eye. Good luck Rui with whatever you may do next.
Thank you Rui. I hope that they sellout today or close to it. Rui deserves it.
My favorite player ever. Thank you il maestro for your beautiful football
there it is, his final game. Great game from Rui Costa aswell. Really gonna miss him.
and the song after the game really suits him..... SIMPLY THE BEST!!!!
It was pretty hard to hold back the tears...
Rui ends as a legend at three clubs, he was a player that wasn't cocky and accepted his role. Fiorentina, Milan and Lisboa will all remember Rui for his glorious moments. One of the greatest passers of the ball, with an amazing vision for the game.
Adeus Rui, e obrigado por tudo ke tens feito! Boa sorte Maestro.
Rui ends as a legend at three clubs, he was a player that wasn't cocky and accepted his role. Fiorentina, Milan and Lisboa will all remember Rui for his glorious moments. One of the greatest passers of the ball, with an amazing vision for the game.
Adeus Rui, e obrigado por tudo ke tens feito! Boa sorte Maestro.
The only thing I love about Benfica, being a Portista, is Rui Costa 
Adeus meu Herói
Adeus meu Herói
He will still play some friendlies in Angola I think, but this was basically goodbye
A true legend of the game, not just for Benfica or Portugal, but everywhere. Apparently he received a letter from AC Milan thanking him for his service and wishing him all the best, it was in A Bola
A true legend of the game, not just for Benfica or Portugal, but everywhere. Apparently he received a letter from AC Milan thanking him for his service and wishing him all the best, it was in A Bola
I know you don't understand italian, but I post the messages only to prove it...
http://sport.kataweb.it/articolo/sport/3116893
http://www.fiorentina.it/notizia.asp?IDNotizia=61469
http://sport.kataweb.it/articolo/sport/3116893
http://www.fiorentina.it/notizia.asp?IDNotizia=61469
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That standing ovation was brilliant, absolutely brilliant.
His vision and passing touch were still world class.... I am sad to see Rui leave
But I am happy you are not in Benfica's mid field anymore
But I am happy you are not in Benfica's mid field anymore
QUOTE(Blue Male @ May 12 2008, 08:10 PM)
I know you don't understand italian, but I post the messages only to prove it...
http://sport.kataweb.it/articolo/sport/3116893
http://www.fiorentina.it/notizia.asp?IDNotizia=61469
http://sport.kataweb.it/articolo/sport/3116893
http://www.fiorentina.it/notizia.asp?IDNotizia=61469
LISBONA - "Caro Rui, sappiamo che non lascerai il mondo del calcio - scrive Galliani - e che il mondo del calcio potrà ancora contare (il n. 10 diventerà dirigente del Benfica n.d.r.) su un grandissimo uomo, un campione che abbiamo avuto l'onore di conoscere e avere a Milanello per cinque meravigliosi anni. Qui sei diventato uno di noi, uno della grande Famiglia Rossonera: perchè tu, caro Rui, sei come il Milan, leale e appassionato, generoso e caparbio, imprevedibile e innamorato di questo meraviglioso sport. Sei tornato in Portogallo per una scelta di vita, ma non ci siamo mai allontanati da te e non lo siamo nemmeno in questa speciale serata. Perchè per noi non sei solamente un nome e un numero sulla maglia: sei anche e soprattutto il Rui che ha lasciato il Milan, Milano e l'Italia regalandoci indelebili ricordi. Caro Rui, è impossibile dimenticarti: per questo il nostro pensiero va a te, protagonista unico della tua ultima rappresentazione sul palcoscenico del calcio giocato. Un forte abbraccio".
My limited Italian tells me that this was a very heartfelt letter. No bullshit.
What does everyone think of the appointment of Rui as new director of football?
Added new poll to thread
Added new poll to thread
Fantastic.
I think this could be excellent for the club. He is an emblem of what the club stands for - quality, sportsmanship and class. Given our current situation on the pitch it is vital to remind prospective signings and those already working at the club - of what it means to play for Benfica. Rui's presence, in that sense, is vital to maintaining our standing among the greats.
I also think that because of the obvious passion Rui has for the club this won't be some meaningless title like some 'directors of football' have had. Since his 'new role' came into effect and the appointment of Quique Flores, there has been a general buzz about the club, a fresh start if you like, a willingness to haul ourselves back into the big-time, Obviously it's still very much early days and LVF will always be an obstinate obstacle but it's very encouraging. Rui Costa is a massive part of this.
I also think that because of the obvious passion Rui has for the club this won't be some meaningless title like some 'directors of football' have had. Since his 'new role' came into effect and the appointment of Quique Flores, there has been a general buzz about the club, a fresh start if you like, a willingness to haul ourselves back into the big-time, Obviously it's still very much early days and LVF will always be an obstinate obstacle but it's very encouraging. Rui Costa is a massive part of this.
He was the best CM player in the world in his days with Fiorentina I will never forget what he has done to AC Milan at the San Siro the 4-0 Just before they bought him
I think all his opponents hated him he loves to pass the ball thru their legs like they weren’t there
I think all his opponents hated him he loves to pass the ball thru their legs like they weren’t there
one of the best player that i ever witnessed , almost the only player i rate him as equally as zidane and one of the reasons why i love watching football
i wished he at least won the euro or the world cup with portugal
i wished he at least won the euro or the world cup with portugal
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