Laurindo


Eduardo Laurindo da Silva is a former Portuguese footballer who played as a forward. He spent most of his career with Belenenses.

Career

Laurindo made his professional debut on 12 May 1968 for Belenenses in a 4-0 win over Sporting.

International career

Laurindo was born in Portugal to Angolan parents. His sole appearance for the Portugal national football team was in a friendly 0-0 tie with Mexico on 6 April 1969.

Personal life

Laurindo is the father of Angola international footballer Mauro, who also played for Belenenses. He sold all he had and left Portugal for Angola, with his sons Mauro and Hector, to help rebuild the country.