Jorge Costa Biography

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Jorge Costa : KEY FACTS

Birthday

Oct 14, 1971

Profession

Footballer, Manager, Football Director

Birth Place

Porto, Portugal

Age

53 years old

Jorge Costa is a famous Portuguese Footballer, Manager, Football Director, who was born on Oct 14, 1971 in Porto, Portugal. Find Jorge Costa age, wife, net worth, height, weight, education, career, family, images, biography & more updates. Get information about Jorge Costa’s all key achievements or accomplishments, including professional and personal life detail.

Personal Profile About Jorge Costa

Jorge Costa was a popular Portuguese football player and coach who made a permanent mark in the world soccer industry. He was born October 14, 1971, in Porto, Portugal, and made a name as a solid and strong central defender. Jorge Costa, often referred to as The Tank, played the majority of his professional football at FC Porto, where he has already won several Primeira Liga titles and even the trophy of UEFA Champions League in 2004, managed by Jose Mourinho. Jorge Costa biography reveals that he made a career change to coaching upon retirement as a player and even managed clubs in Portugal and outside. His on and off-field leadership made him respectable throughout Europe and beyond.

Jorge Costa Death: A Shocking Loss

The Jorge Costa death was a blow to fans of football all over the world. Suddenly on August 3, 2025, he died at the age of 53. His death came as a sad event to the football world because of his tough personality and tough play. Former teammates, clubs, and football associations all paid tributes mentioning how he was passionate, how disiplined he was, and gave back to the sport.

Jorge Costa Cause of Death Revealed

The Jorge Costa cause of death was reported to be a sudden heart attack. The medical emergency came without warning though his image in the public had been healthy. The local media and close family sources confirmed it immediately after his death. His sudden death prompted a timely reminder to people in the relevance of cardiovascular fitness even among athletes and ex-professionals.

Jorge Costa Wife and Family Life

The Jorge Costa Filipa wife mostly stayed out of the limelight. The family was a discreet one, and the couple liked their privacy, so even as Jorge was a high-profile football player, he was discreet about his family life. Filipa was with him during his career as a player and his coaching career.

Jorge Costa Kids: A Devoted Father

Jorge Costa had kids, though specific details about his children have been kept private out of respect for their privacy. It is known that he was a great family man, and his fatherhood was one of the most significant things in his life outside of football. During most interviews, he has been very emotional describing how his family has always been behind him during his career.