PSG coach from 1991 to 1994, then from 1998 to 1999, Artur Jorge died this Thursday following a long illness at the age of 78. The tributes multiplied from all sides, and the president of PSG also published a message on the club’s social networks, to the glory of the Portuguese: “On behalf of the Paris Saint-Germain family, I would like to pay a sincere tribute to our former coach Artur Jorge, who unfortunately left us. Artur played an important role in our history and we will always be grateful for his contribution. We will remember him for his passion, his demands and his high-level culture that he brought to Paris. Paris Saint-Germain presents its most sincere condolences to his family and friends. »

Artur Jorge, a wanderer with a nice track record

At the head of the capital club, Artur Jorge has put together a nice track record with a Coupe de France (1993) and the second championship title in the club’s history (1994). Under his leadership, PSG delivered one of its most memorable matches against Real Madrid on March 18, 1993.

The Portuguese’s coaching career is not limited to PSG. Before Paris, he coached numerous Portuguese clubs, notably FC Porto, where he won three Portuguese championship titles (1985, 1986, 1990), a Portuguese Cup (1991) and above all, a Champions Club Cup (now called the Champions League) against Bayern Munich (1987).

He will also coach Benfica Lisbon, two Saudi clubs and around ten other teams. He also became coach of Portugal twice, as well as Switzerland and Cameroon.