Following Chelsea’s 2-0 FA Cup victory over Derby County, Mourinho praised his fellow Portuguese for being a huge influence on the sport during his playing days and afterwards.
"He’s one of the greatest in the history of football, but for our country he’s much more than that," he told BT Sport. "He was an important reference, in what he achieved in football, with his values, his principles and his feelings even after finishing his career.
"Eusebio is immortal. His death leaves a great void."
Uefa president Michel Platini also expressed his sadness at "legend" Eusebio’s passing and says the former striker - whom he describes as "a true ambassador" - will be missed.
"Today football has lost one of the greatest players ever," he told Uefa's official website. "On the field, Eusebio was a true legend, both in the colours of Portugal and Benfica.
"He’s one of the greatest in the history of football, but for our country he’s much more than that," he told BT Sport. "He was an important reference, in what he achieved in football, with his values, his principles and his feelings even after finishing his career.
"Eusebio is immortal. His death leaves a great void."
Uefa president Michel Platini also expressed his sadness at "legend" Eusebio’s passing and says the former striker - whom he describes as "a true ambassador" - will be missed.
"Today football has lost one of the greatest players ever," he told Uefa's official website. "On the field, Eusebio was a true legend, both in the colours of Portugal and Benfica.
"But also off it, he was a true ambassador for Portuguese football on the international stage. He was more than a footballer. Eusebio will be sadly missed."
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