Rui Costa Poster (Vertical Band) - Benfica

In the cobbled streets and sunlit squares of Lisbon, a young prodigy named Rui Manuel Cesar Costa was born on the 29th of March, 1972. From an early age, football wasn’t just a game; it was his destiny. Known affectionately as "The Maestro," his grace and vision reverberated through the heart of Benfica, capturing the imagination of fans and perplexing opponents alike.

This Vertical Band Poster immortalises Rui Costa in a classic pose, a tribute to his time at Benfica, captured through a vintage minimalist, retro style illustration. Using only light and shade, it draws out the essence of his personality, identity, soul, emotions, and that determined gaze of a true winner.

Rui Costa's playing style was akin to an artist with the ball at his feet, orchestrating the game with unparalleled finesse. His poise in the midfield and his ability to deliver precision passes set him apart. He was the silent heartbeat of the team, every movement on the pitch meticulously calculated. One cannot forget the 1993 Portuguese Cup Final where his visionary play led Benfica to lift the trophy. With every elegant dribble, every sublime pass, Costa made football seem effortless, almost poetic.

This poster encapsulates those golden-era moments, taking you back in time to the very peak of his career. It isn't just an illustration; it's a doorway to the past, honouring the memory of The Maestro at his finest. The distinctive and unique graphic vertical band design employs the colours synonymous with Benfica, ensuring that every glance at this masterpiece stirs vivid recollections of his genius on the pitch.

Celebrate the life and career of Rui Costa with this timeless tribute. The elegant typography, combined with the minimalist design, makes this a must-have for fans and collectors alike. Through this artistic representation, his legacy lives on, forever illuminating the walls of those who appreciated his brilliance.

"Capturing his image through a classic pose, this vintage minimalist, retro style illustration using only light and shade to draw out the personality, identity, soul, emotions and determined gaze of a true winner. It immortalises him in a moment in time and takes you back to that moment in time. It tells their story and honours their memory. It immortalises them at the peak of their powers. It is a distinctive and unique graphic vertical band design using colours, that are synonymous with Benfica."