Rui Costa, president of Benfica, was present in Florence during Fiorentina's centenary celebrations. The former midfielder, who represented the Italian club between 1994 and 2001, was a special guest for the festivities marking the 100th anniversary of the viola emblem.
During his visit to Florence, Rui Costa watched the match against Frosinone and took the opportunity to reunite with former teammates and friends from the club. The bond between the encarnado president and Fiorentina remains strong, even decades after his departure.
In statements to the Italian media, Rui Costa did not hide his emotion at returning to a city that continues to hold a special place in his life. The former player stated that he would like to visit Florence more often and that these reunions with former teammates are always very beautiful.
Rui Costa also expressed his pride at being present for the celebrations, emphasizing that the team, the club, and the city of Florence will always mean a great deal to him. Recently, the Benfica president had spoken to the fans, reinforcing his commitment to the Portuguese club.
