French football mourns the disappearance of Artur Jorge.
The football world mourns the death of former Paris Saint-Germain coach, Artur Jorge, who died today, Thursday, at the age of 78 after a long struggle with illness. This man, who left an indelible mark on Portuguese and French football, leaves behind a remarkable legacy and a lasting impact on the teams he led.
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Former Portuguese international striker Artur Jorge had a rich and varied coaching career, particularly making his mark at the helm of Matra Racing, Benfica and FC Porto, with whom he won the European Champion Clubs' Cup in 1987.
However, it was his first stint at Paris Saint-Germain from 1991 to 1994 that set him apart, which featured him winning the French Champions League title in 1994, the second in the history of the Reds and Blues. He also had the honor of leading the Portugal, Switzerland and Cameroon national teams.
The family of Arthur Jorge announced his death, saying: “It is with great sadness that the family of Arthur Jorge announces his death this morning in Lisbon, after a long struggle with illness. He died peacefully surrounded by his closest family. »
