Rui Costa
Rui Costa, the Portuguese playmaker, was renowned for his vision, passing range, and free-kick ability. He excelled for Fiorentina, AC Milan, and the Portugal national team, orchestrating play from midfield with elegance.
Career
- Benfica (1988–1994)
- Fiorentina (1994–2001)
- AC Milan (2001–2006)
- Benfica (2006–2008)
- Portugal National Team (1993–2004)
Major Team Trophies
- Primeira Liga: 1988–89, 1990–91 (Benfica)
- Taça de Portugal: 1992–93, 1995–96, 2003–04 (Benfica)
- Coppa Italia: 1995–96 (Fiorentina)
- UEFA Champions League: 2002–03 (AC Milan)
- Serie A: 2003–04, 2004–05 (AC Milan)
- UEFA Super Cup: 2003 (AC Milan)
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2007 (AC Milan)
Individual Awards
- FIFA World Cup All-Star Team: 2006
- Serie A Foreign Player of the Year: 2001
- UEFA Team of the Year Nominee: 2001, 2003
- Portuguese Footballer of the Year: 1997