Benni McCarthy goes to Champions League glory in 2004

Benni McCarthy was one of Jose Mourinho’s most reliable performers when Porto won the Champions League in 2004. He’s the first, and to this day, only South African winner of Europe’s most coveted prize in club football. What a throwback this is!

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Benni McCarthy: Road to Champions League glory

Let’s wander down memory lane and check out Benni’s scintillating and unforgettable Champions League triumph in 2004. It included a double against Man United.

Benni was a goal-scorer supreme

The 18-yard area was exactly where Benni thrived, hence the nickname, with vast experience and know-how and that natural ability to find the back of the net. Speaking of the 18-yard area, Benni’s crucial involvements for Porto in their glorious run to Champions League success in 2004 are there for all to see.

Fast-forwarding to the present day, Benni McCarthy is excelling in his role as first-team attacking coach at Man United. The Red Devils are preparing for their final Premier League match of the season, before a mouthwatering FA Cup final date with Manchester City on June 3rd.

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