Four Goal Quarter Final Comeback
Scores four times as Portugal overturn North Korea's three-goal lead and win their quarter-final 5-3, earning a semi-final against England.
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Eusebio da Silva Ferreira Biography and Timeline
Follow Eusebio da Silva Ferreira through 6 dated historical records for Portugal.
Eusebio da Silva Ferreira, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
6Distinct records
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1966–1973Years on this page
1966
Four Goals Against North Korea
Scores four goals as Portugal recover from 3-0 down to defeat North Korea 5-3.
Penalty Ends England Clean Sheet Run
Converts a late penalty in the semi-final against England, becoming the first player to score against the hosts during the 1966 tournament.
Nine-Goal Golden Shoe Campaign
Scores nine goals for Portugal, including four against North Korea, to lead the tournament.
1968
Golden Boot European Golden Shoe
Scores 42 goals for Benfica to claim the European Golden Shoe scoring honour. The achievement reflects the first edition of the European scoring distinction.
1973
Golden Boot European Golden Shoe
Scores 40 goals for Benfica to claim the European Golden Shoe scoring honour. The achievement reflects his second European scoring crown.
Records, sources and methodology
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