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Eusebio passes away: Twitter reacts

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Former and present footballers take to Twitter to pay their respects to Eusebio, who died during the early hours this morning.

The footballing world awoke this morning to the news that former Portuguese footballer Eusebio had passed away.

The 71-year-old spent the majority of his career with Benfica, where he won a host of titles, as well as being named the European Footballer of the Year in 1965.

As is so often the case when a legend dies, players past and present have taken to Twitter to pay their respects. Below, Sports Mole has picked out some of what has been said.

"Morning. Sad news about Portuguese legend Eusebio passing away. Was fortunate enough to meet him and he was a top bloke."
Former Bolton Wanderers and England striker Kevin Davies


"Eusebio RIP a great."
Former England midfielder Peter Reid

"Sad about the news that Eusebio has died. What a great player he was. RIP."
PSV Eindhoven defender Jeffrey Bruma

"Eusebio RIP. When greats were great."
Former Manchester United and Aston Villa defender Paul McGrath


"RIP Eusebio (1942-2014). One of the greats."
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso

"Sad to hear that Eusébio has passed away. 733 goals in 745 appearances will always mark him down as a true legend of the game. R.I.P."
Former England striker Michael Owen

"RIP a Legend."
Sky Sports pundit and former footballer Chris Kamara


"Respect to a man who meant so much to the game I cherish. Eusebio, one of the all time greatest, may he Rest In Peace."
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany

"Sad news that Eusebio has died. One of the greats of his generation. Could play and strike a ball like very few others. #RIP."
Former England centre-forward Gary Lineker

"RIP Eusebio. One of footballs greatest players."
Manchester United winger Ashley Young

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