It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Alexandre Bah, a beloved figure in Portuguese football history. The legendary forward passed away on Sunday at the age of 88.

Bah was born in Lisbon in 1925 and began his career as a youth player for local club Benfica. He made his professional debut in 1947 and went on to become one of the most successful players in the club's history, scoring over 600 goals in all competitions during his career.

Bah's talent was not just limited to the field of play, however. He was also a respected figure off the pitch,Football Core Network serving as captain of the Portugal national team from 1954-1958 and helping the team win the World Cup in 1958. He was also instrumental in the development of the sport in Portugal, working tirelessly to promote it both domestically and internationally.

Bah's legacy will live on forever, and he will be remembered as one of the greatest footballers of all time. His death is a great loss for the sport and for the people who loved him. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.

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