The history of Boavista FC

Milestones and background from the club's history, in chronological order.

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1998–2003

Champions and European nights

  1. First Champions League group stage

    Boavista win the qualifying return against Brøndby 4–2 after extra time.

    After a 2–1 win in Denmark, elimination looms at 1–2 in the Bessa. Three extra-time goals take Boavista through 6–3 on aggregate and into the group stage for the first time.

  2. Opening night at Anfield

    Boavista draw 1–1 at Liverpool to open their 2001/02 Champions League campaign.

    Silva gives the Portuguese champions an early lead before Michael Owen equalises. Boavista later reach the second group stage.

  3. Champions League win over Dortmund

    Boavista beat Borussia Dortmund 2–1 in the Champions League.

    The home victory over the 1997 European champions helps Boavista reach the second group stage.