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2008 in Portugal
Explore 18 historical events and records for Portugal in 2008.
Historical records for Portugal in 2008
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February
May
Champions League Victory
Wins the Champions League with Manchester United against Chelsea.
Champions League Winner
Cristiano Ronaldo headed United ahead during the first half before the match went to penalties in the 2008 UEFA Champions League final, helping Manchester United win the competition.
Manchester United European Title
Scores during the final before United prevail on penalties.
Ronaldo Champions League Final Header
Heads Manchester United into the lead against Chelsea before the match goes to penalties.
Golden Boot Premier League
Collects the Premier League leading-scorer distinction after scoring 31 goals for Manchester United. The award recognises a landmark campaign combining wide play and relentless finishing.
June
Inter Milan Appointment
Is appointed Inter Milan manager, beginning his first coaching role in Italian football.
Golden Boot UEFA Champions League
Finishes as the leading goalscorer in the UEFA Champions League with 8 goals for Manchester United. The campaign is particularly remembered for scoring on the way to Manchester United’s victory in Moscow.
August
Italian Super Cup Victory
Wins the Italian Super Cup as Inter defeat Roma on penalties.
December
Ballon d'Or
Wins his first Ballon d'Or after an outstanding club season.
World Player Recognition
Becomes the first Portuguese winner since Luis Figo.
Other events (month unknown)
FIFA Club World Cup Final Winner for United
Ronaldo supplied the cross headed home by Wayne Rooney as Manchester United defeated LDU Quito to become FIFA Club World Cup champions.
Forty-Two Goals Across All Club Competitions
Ronaldo finished the 2007-08 season with 42 Manchester United goals in all competitions, helping the club win both the Premier League and Champions League.
Genoa Transfer After Sporting Career
Completes his formative professional years with Sporting CP before moving to Genoa, having developed into a Portuguese international midfielder.
Mourinho Starts Inter Tenure with Super Cup
José Mourinho collected his first Italian trophy when Inter edged Roma on penalties following a two two draw at San Siro.
Premier League Championship
Cristiano Ronaldo wins the 2007/08 Premier League championship with Manchester United and scores 31 league goals and claims the Golden Boot during an outstanding campaign.
Sporting Captaincy Development
Captains Sporting CP while still in his twenties and directs the side's possession before later joining Porto and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Vieirinha Begins PAOK Spell
Vieirinha joins PAOK from Porto and provides skill on the right side of midfield. His performances in Thessaloniki eventually establish him as a fan favourite and club leader.
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