Portugal 1966-1969 Home Short Sleeve Football Shirt [As worn by Conceição, Eusébio & Simões]

Description

This is the fully-customizable short-sleeve home kit for Portugal’s 1966 World Cup campaign.

Portugal’s 1966 World Cup campaign is remembered as a historic and impressive journey. Under the guidance of coach Otto Glória, Portugal entered the tournament with high hopes and a talented squad led by the legendary Eusébio. Their performance in England was nothing short of spectacular, as they captured the world’s attention with their skill, resilience, and attacking prowess.

Portugal was drawn into Group 3, alongside Hungary, Brazil, and Bulgaria. They started their campaign on July 13 against Hungary at Old Trafford. The match ended in a convincing 3-1 victory for Portugal, with José Augusto scoring twice and José Torres adding a third in the 90th minute. This strong start set the tone for the rest of the group stage.

Three days later, Portugal faced Bulgaria at Old Trafford. They dominated the game, winning 3-0. The scoring began with an own goal by Vutsov, followed by strikes from Eusébio and Torres. With two consecutive wins, Portugal was on the path to the knockout stage, demonstrating their offensive capabilities and solid defense.

On July 19, Portugal clashed with Brazil, the two-time defending champions, at Goodison Park. In a match that showcased their determination and skill, Portugal triumphed 3-1. António Simões opened the scoring, and Eusébio added two more goals to secure the victory. This win not only ensured Portugal’s progression to the quarter-finals but also signaled their arrival as serious contenders.

In the quarter-finals, Portugal faced North Korea on July 23 at Goodison Park. The match became one of the most memorable in World Cup history. North Korea took a surprising 3-0 lead within 25 minutes, but Portugal, led by Eusébio, mounted a stunning comeback. Eusébio scored four goals, and José Augusto added another to complete a 5-3 victory. This remarkable turnaround highlighted Eusébio’s brilliance and Portugal’s resilience.

The semi-final match against England on July 26 at Wembley Stadium was a tightly contested affair. Portugal fought valiantly but fell short, losing 2-1. Bobby Charlton’s two goals for England were answered by a late penalty from Eusébio. Despite the loss, Portugal’s journey was far from over.

On July 28, Portugal faced the Soviet Union in the third-place play-off at Wembley Stadium. They emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, thanks to goals from Eusébio and Torres. This victory secured Portugal’s best-ever World Cup finish, and Eusébio finished as the tournament’s top scorer with nine goals.

Portugal’s 1966 World Cup campaign remains a legendary chapter in their football history. The team’s dynamic performances, particularly Eusébio’s extraordinary scoring feats, left an indelible mark on the sport and elevated Portugal to global football prominence.

Notable Players: Américo Lopes, Joaquim Carvalho, José Pereira, Vicente Lucas, Germano de Figueiredo, Fernando Peres, Ernesto Figueiredo, João Lourenço, Hilário da Conceição, Mário Coluna, António Simões, José Augusto, Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, Fernando Cruz, José Torres.

Main Points

• This is a brand new jersey with its tags attached. It has never been worn, washed or used.
• The jersey is 100% polyester. It’s breathable, and made for a life on the move.
• Fully customizable with the name and number of your favourite player or even yours! Just choose the Custom Jersey Option and then message us your desired name and number or write them in the order’s notes at checkout.
• Replica Version. This jersey is a remake of the official one, made with the exact same materials, look, and feel.
• Tighter fit: make sure you choose the right sizing. We recommend buying one size bigger than you usually wear. This will ensure the jersey will fit.

Sizing Guidelines

This jersey comes in five sizes, which have a tiny difference: they’re a smaller fit. Our suggestion is to pick your size 1 size bigger than you usually would. If you usually wear an M, pick an L. If you usually wear an S, pick an M.