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Eusébio

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Quotes by Eusébio

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When my colleagues were back at home eating I'd still be practising and Ronaldo is the same, a real hard worker. I'm not a Barcelona fan but I very much admire Lionel Messi. I haven't seen him train. I know Ronaldo a lot better.
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Whenever I went to England I always see the man inside George Best. I knew that George - not the famous person with his troubles on the outside.
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I was the best player in the world, top scorer in the world and Europe.
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Benfica against Manchester United is very special for me. Benfica is my real club but Manchester United is my English club. We are together in history.
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I'm from Mozambique.
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Not many people know this but my team in England is Manchester United. Bobby Charlton, Denis Law, George Best, all great players. We created a bond when we played each other and I still speak to Bob from time to time, though I can't get used to calling him 'Sir Bobby.'
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I'm proud to say I've done something for the good of football. I don't compare myself to anyone.
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Even away from the pitch, I commit every day of my life to promoting the greatest sport on earth.
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All of the successes achieved throughout my career and contacts with the fans have made me aware of my responsibility to act as an example in the world of football.
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Children are our future.
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