Second Chelsea League Cup Victory
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2007 in Portugal
Explore 26 historical events and records for Portugal in 2007.
Historical records for Portugal in 2007
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February
April
First Champions League Goals
Scores twice against Roma after going more than thirty Champions League appearances without a goal.
May
Chelsea FA Cup Victory
Chelsea defeat Manchester United after extra time in the first FA Cup final at the rebuilt Wembley.
September
Chelsea Departure
Leaves Chelsea by mutual consent after more than three successful seasons as manager.
October
Treaty of Lisbon
At the European Council meeting on 18 and 19 October 2007 in Lisbon, a few last-minute concessions were made to ensure the signing of the Treaty
Charter of Fundamental Rights
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Union's bill of rights, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding
Reform Treaty
At the meeting of the European Council Portugal insists that the Treaty (the Reform Treaty) be signed in Lisbon
Reform Treaty
Prominent changes included the move from unanimity to qualified majority voting in at least 45 policy areas in the Council of Minister's, a change in calculating such a majority to a new double majority.
Reform Treaty
a more powerful European Parliament forming a bicameral legislature alongside the Council of Minister's under the ordinary legislative procedure, a consolidated legal personality for the EU and.
Reform Treaty
the creation of a long-term President of the European Council and a High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.
Reform Treaty
At the meeting of the European Council in October 2007, Portugal insisted that the Treaty (then called the 'Reform Treaty') be signed in Lisbon, the Portuguese capital. This request was granted, and the Treaty was thus to be called the Treaty of Lisbon, in line with the tradition of European Union treaties. The Portuguese presidency was appointed to the job of organising the programme for a signing ceremony
Treaty of Lisbon
At the meeting of the European Council Portugal insists that the Treaty (the Reform Treaty) be signed in Lisbon
Treaty of Lisbon
At the meeting of the European Council in October 2007, Portugal insisted that the Treaty (then called the 'Reform Treaty') be signed in Lisbon, the Portuguese capital. This request was granted, and the Treaty was thus to be called the Treaty of Lisbon, in line with the tradition of European Union treaties. The Portuguese presidency was appointed to the job of organising the programme for a signing ceremony
Treaty of Lisbon
The October European Council, led by Jose Socrates consists of legal experts from all member states scrutinising the final drafts of the Treaty
Treaty of Lisbon
The Treaty of Lisbon makes the Union's bill of rights, the Charter of Fundamental Rights, legally binding
Treaty of Lisbon
The stated aim of the treaty was to "complete the process started by the Treaty of Amsterdam 1997 and by the Treaty of Nice 2001 with a view to enhancing the efficiency and democratic legitimacy of the Union and to improving the coherence of it's action"
December
Treaty of Lisbon
Representatives from the 27 EU member states were present, and signed the Treaty as plenipotentiaries, marking the end of Treaty negotiations.
Treaty of Lisbon
The signing of the Treaty of Lisbon took place in Lisbon, Portugal on 13 December 2007. The Government of Portugal, by virtue of holding Presidency of the Council of the European Union at the time, arranged a ceremony inside the 15th century Jerónimos Monastery, the same place Portugal's treaty of accession to the European Union (EU) was signed in 1985
Treaty of Lisbon
The signing of the Treaty of Lisbon, the Government of Portugal, by virtue of holding Presidency of the Council of the European Union at the time.
Treaty of Lisbon
arranges a ceremony inside the 15th century Jeronimos Monastery, the same place Portugals Treaty of accession to the European Union (EU) was signed in 1985.
Other events (month unknown)
Championship Season With United's New Attack
Ronaldo played a central role in Manchester United reclaiming the Premier League title, combining wing play with a sharply increased goalscoring contribution.
FA Cup Semi-Final Winning Goal Against Watford
Ronaldo opened the scoring against Watford as Manchester United won their FA Cup semi-final 4-1 to reach Wembley.
Manchester United Young Winger Debut Season
Adds flair and crossing to Manchester United's attack after arriving from Sporting CP and wins the league title during his debut season.
PFA Players Player of the Year Recognition
Ronaldo received the PFA Players' Player of the Year award after an outstanding Manchester United season featuring pace, goals and increasingly assured decision-making.
Tottenham Portuguese Defender Signing
Joins Tottenham Hotspur from Benfica and provides depth in central defence during the club's Premier League and cup fixtures.
Transfer to Manchester United
Manchester United recruits Nani Almeida, formerly of Sporting CP. The Portuguese winger followed the Sporting-to-United path taken earlier by Cristiano Ronaldo.
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