FC Porto Manager
Becomes FC Porto head coach and begins the most successful period of his early managerial career.
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
2002 in Portugal
Explore 6 historical events and records for Portugal in 2002.
Historical records for Portugal in 2002
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January
August
Champions League Qualifying Debut
Makes his professional debut as a substitute for Sporting against Inter in a Champions League qualifier.
Sporting First-Team Debut
Makes his Sporting first-team debut against Inter in European qualifying.
Other events (month unknown)
Sporting Senior League Debut Against Braga
Cristiano Ronaldo entered senior Portuguese league football with Sporting CP against Braga, taking the first step in a career that soon attracted leading European clubs.
The Double
Publication of "The Double"
Two First-League Goals Against Moreirense
Ronaldo scored twice for Sporting CP against Moreirense, showing the pace and attacking confidence that made him an exceptional teenage prospect.
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