The history of Boavista FC
Milestones and background from the club's history, in chronological order.
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1903–1933
Beginnings and the chequered kit
The chequered identity arrives
Boavista introduce their black and white chequered kit in a 4–0 win over Benfica.
The new shirt and crest establish the identity still associated with the club. Boavista also links the match to its first professional players.
