Rui Costa is a retired Portuguese professional footballer, born on March 29, 1972, in Amadora, Portugal. He is best known for his role as an attacking midfielder and played for clubs like Benfica, Fiorentina, and AC Milan. During his career, he was celebrated for his exceptional passing ability and vision on the field. Costa also represented the Portugal national team, earning over 90 caps and participating in major tournaments such as the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup. After retiring from professional play, he transitioned into football management and administration, contributing to the sport in various capacities.