The history of Boavista FC
Milestones and background from the club's history, in chronological order.
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Nicknames through the years Three names tell a story of near misses, late goals and an unbeaten season. Read the storiesClose the stories
1998–2003
Champions and European nights
Boavista become Portuguese champions
A 3–0 win over Desportivo das Aves secures the club's first league title.
Jaime Pacheco's side clinch the title at the former Estádio do Bessa with a match to spare. Boavista finish with 23 wins, eight draws and three defeats.
Since 2004
Crisis and recovery
Administrative relegation and crisis
Boavista leave the top division in 2008 after the Apito Final decision.
The drop is not explained by league position alone. Financial and legal difficulties shape the years in lower divisions that follow.
Return to the Primeira Liga
Boavista return to Portugal's top division in 2014 after six years away.
Court decisions clear the way for readmission. The club compete in the Primeira Liga again from 2014/15.