Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. José Alberto Barroso Machado e Costa (born 31 October 1953 in Porto) is a retired Portuguese footballer who played mostly as a left winger, and a current coach. In 15 Primeira Liga seasons - 16 as a professional in total - he amassed totals of 322 games and 39 goals, in representation of four teams, namely Porto. Subsequently, he embarked in a lengthy managerial career. Still a junior Costa made his professional - and top division - debuts with Académica de Coimbra, appearing in 12 first-team games in an eventual relegation, and contributing with 18 and two goals in an immediate promotion back.