Bernardo Ribeiro, director of Record newspaper, delivered the opening speech at the Record BPI Champions Gala. In his address, he stated that when a woman earns her place in football, sport, Portuguese society and the country itself all win. The Record BPI Champions Gala event celebrates women's achievements in football, recognizing the role of women in this sport. Ribeiro's statement underscores the importance of women's inclusion in football and the positive impact that this representation has across various spheres of Portuguese life.
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Bernardo Ribeiro: "When a woman earns her place in football, sport, our society and Portugal all win"
Record15 September 2026 at 19:16
Why this matters
This matters to Portuguese readers because it highlights the ongoing progress and recognition of women's football in Portugal, following the growing visibility of female athletes in national competitions. It reflects a broader cultural shift in how women's sports are valued and covered by major Portuguese media outlets.
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