Eusebio , the Year in 1965 , died from a heart attack , former club says . ` On the field , Eusebio was a true legend , both in the colors of Portugal and Benfica , '' he told UEFA 's website . ` The striker was considered one of the sport 's greatest players . UEFA was top scorer at the 1966 World Cup . Benfica captain European Footballer among those to pay tribute .
Eusebio , the Year in 1965 , died from a heart attack , former club says . The striker was considered one of the sport 's greatest players . UEFA was top scorer at the 1966 World Cup . Benfica captain European Footballer among those to pay tribute .