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The new leader of the ‘dragons’ officially started this Tuesday after defeating Pinto da Costa in the April 27 elections. In his introductory speech, he did not forget the legacy left by Pinto da Costa.
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André Villas-Boas was sworn in this Tuesday as the president of FC Porto in a ceremony that started at noon and included three speeches.
On April 27, the ‘blue and white’ members took action and decided to change the direction of the club. The former president of the club won with 80.28% of the votes against 19.52% for Pinto da Costa, who had been president since 1982.
However, for now, it is not known when the former ‘dragons’ coach will take over in the club’s SAD, as the current members have not yet resigned.
Only after the new governing bodies of the club take office can a General Assembly of shareholders be called to invest in the new content of SAD.
This Tuesday is the day that marks the turning of a new page at the club. At the Estádio do Dragão, more than 400 guests attended the inauguration of Villas-Boas, which was marked by speeches by Lourenço Pinto, president of the Board of the General Assembly (AG), António Tavares, the new president of the Boards. of the General Assembly and, finally, the new president of FC Porto.
Greetings from the presidents
When he arrived at the site of the ceremony, Pinto da Costa greeted André Villas-Boas with a hug.
Speech by Lourenco Pinto
The outgoing AG president begins by thanking Pinto da Costa for his service to the club and wishing the new board members the best of luck. He also wishes his successor “more luck” than he had during his time in office.
The words of Antonio Tavares
The new AG Board president starts by thanking Lourenço Pinto for the work done on the ‘Invicta’ brand. He promises that he is “facing the place of responsibility” to “help the club continue on the path of victory”. Regarding Pinto da Costa, he says that the mythical president “will continue to play an important role” in the life of the ‘dragons’.
After the new members of FC Porto’s governing bodies officially took office, André Villas-Boas begins his first speech as inaugural president.
Villas-Boas’ dedication speech
He begins by recalling his journey as FC Porto coach and by welcoming the staff, players and fans of FC Porto.
“Being a Portista is a state of mind and it is in this unity that we find ourselves here,” he exclaims.
He promises that his team will work hard to “enhance the good name of FC Porto” and remembers that the results of the club’s recent elections reflect the mood of change among the members.
He promises a FC Porto that is “profitable, unassailable, immortal, feared by its opponents”, but also “transparent and financially stable”. Don’t forget Lourenço Pinto, whom you thank for allowing the elections to take place “in an excellent way”:
“In this solemn, democratic act that I am sure your excellence is respected, history was made, and, on behalf of all Portistas, I thank you for your commitment, your commitment and your courage”.
“We will fight for this club together”
He addresses partners and supporters saying that they will fight and win together:
“We will fight for this club together, on the same side of the barrier, so that we can all win, not only those who celebrated the past, but also those who the future will tell.”
In addition, he promises commitment, dedication and love to FC Porto, a brand that promises to be “body and soul”.
As expected, he also does not forget Pinto da Costa, the “president of presidents”.
“There are no words to describe or even thank you for everything you have done for FC Porto, Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa. The president of presidents is not a metaphor! It is a memory, it is respect and gratitude, but above all work, victory and glory are eternal and will always be respected”, reveals. .
He accepts that the process to recover the blue and white logo will be “long”, but makes it clear that he will not give up and that he has a “clear vision and a defined project”.
“Right now, we are all here united fighting to keep winning. Our future – I really say our future – is one day later to give even more and more impact to our children and grandchildren”, he says.
The application to SAD elements
He also appeals to the “common sense of the administration of Porto SAD”, saying that the release of its members “would never be considered an act of escape, but a noble act” that will elevate them.
Finally, he says that “FC Porto does not have two presidents”, but a director chosen “by the strong will of the members in change”.
“Delaying the inevitable postpones building a stronger FC Porto for the future and I’m sure this is what your Excellencies want”, he concludes .
2024-05-07 10:52:43
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