Eduardo Francisco

Eduardo Mingas Francisco (born 5 November 2003) is an Angolan professional basketball player for Benfica of the Liga Portuguesa de Basquetebol and the Angola national team.

Early life and career Born in Angola on 5 November 2003, Francisco joined Benfica's youth system and featured in the club's under-18 side during the 2019–20 season.

Professional career Francisco made his senior debut for Benfica in the 2021–22 season while also playing extensively with the club’s B team in Portugal’s Proliga. He averaged 13.0 points and 11.4 rebounds in 19 B team appearances, while also featuring in 16 games with the main squad.

In 2022–23, he increased his role, averaging 16.3 points and 12.4 rebounds across 22 Proliga matches at 33.7 minutes per game.

In the final against Mali, he started for Angola, scoring the opening basket and finishing with nine points, three offensive rebounds and one steal in a 70–43 victory that gave Angola its record 12th continental title.

Honours and achievements Benfica Portuguese League: Champion (2023–24) Portuguese Cup: Champion (2023–24) Portuguese Supercup: Champion (2023–24)