Here is all you need to know about Diogo Costa, Portugal Football National Team’s goalkeeper along with his age, height, bio and more
Though it was just a scary day for them, Portugal’s hero—this time a goalie—kept them from losing last night as they reached the quarterfinals of the Euro 2024.
Portugal’s captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, broke down in tears during the match after missing the penalty kick which would have cost them the last eight berth, Nevertheless, all thanks to Diogo Costa and his saving skills.
Who is Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa, bio, age, height, family, wife, salary, current club team and stats
The Portuguese stopper denied Benjamin Sesko’s one-on-one attempt before protecting Slovenia in the penalty shootout and helped the nation move into the quarterfinals of the European Championship where they will now meet France which will be a rematch of the 2016 tournament.
Now that everyone has been talking about him, here is all about the goalkeeper and his professional and personal life.
Who is Diogo Costa?
Diogo Costa is a goalkeeper for the Portugal National Football team who also plays for Club Porto, a Primeira Liga side.
The 24-year-old was born on September 19, 1999, in Rothrist, Switzerland. He stands 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) tall.
He plays for Porto where he earns €27,692 per week and €1,440,000 annually.
A look at Diogo Costa’s career so far
Diogo Costa’s great career began when he won the 2019 UEFA Development League, following his participation in Porto’s development program.
Following his first season of winning the Primeira Liga and the Taca de Portugal, the goaltender was promoted from the reserve squad to the first team in 2019.
He was nominated for the 2021 Primeira Liga Team of the Year, and he guided Porto to their second back to back domestic double. At the age of 22, he made his debut in the starting lineup two years later.
During the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2024, he represented Portugal after making his senior international debut in 2021 and is now finally grabbing a lot of attention following his outstanding performance in the European Championship.
Diogo Costa’s family and parents
Diogo Costa was born to Portuguese parents in Switzerland.
Diogo Costa’s wife and kids
Diogo Costa has been married to his long-time girlfriend Catarina Machado since last year. The two, ahead of their marriage, welcome a son together named Tomas.