Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa dedicates Supertaça win to late grandfather

Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa used Instagram to dedicate the team's Supertaça trophy to his recently deceased grandfather, Joaquim Meireles. In a heartfelt post, he described the week as “difficult and emotional” and explained that the victory would forever be linked to his grandfather’s memory. Costa thanked his family, teammates, club staff and supporters for their support during the period, and highlighted the yellow inner shirt he wore that bore the inscription “Para sempre no meu coração, avô Ginho.” The dedication underscores the personal significance of the triumph for the player and the club.

The Supertaça, Portugal’s season‑opening match, was won by FC Porto, and Costa’s tribute added an emotional dimension to the celebration, resonating with fans across the country.