Vítor Baía
Footballer and FC Porto goalkeeper
Born
October 15th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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Played as a goalkeeper for FC Porto and the Portugal national team. Achieved significant success in club and international football. Contributed to FC Porto's victories in multiple Primeira Liga titles and UEFA Champions League. Represented Portugal in major tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship. Retired from professional football in 2005, having established a reputation as one of the top goalkeepers of his era.
Won UEFA Champions League with FC Porto in 2004
Achieved over 300 appearances for FC Porto
Capped 80 times for the Portugal national team
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