1991 June 30th
Golden Generation Championship
Wins a second consecutive youth world championship for Portugal.
Football player and manager history
Luis Figo
Explore 9 football history records associated with Luis Figo, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1991 June 30th
Under-20 World Cup Victory
Helps Portugal defeat Brazil in the Under-20 World Cup final.
2000
Barcelona Departure
Leaves Barcelona for Real Madrid in one of the most controversial transfers in Spanish football.
2000 July 24th
Clasico Transfer
Becomes the central signing of Real Madrid's new project.
2000 July 24th
Real Madrid Transfer
Moves directly from Barcelona to Real Madrid.
2000 December 18th
Ballon d'Or
Wins the Ballon d'Or after performances for Barcelona and Portugal.
2000 December 18th
European Player Recognition
Becomes the second Portuguese player receiving the award.
2004 July 4th
European Championship Final
Captains Portugal in the European Championship final against Greece.
2004 July 4th
Portugal Euro Captain
Leads the host nation through its first major senior final.