Manuel Alberto Vieira

Manuel Alberto Vieira (1 October 1924 – 13 February 2015), better known as Vieirinha, was a Portuguese footballer who played as a half-back.

Most of his playing career was spent at Estoril Praia, representing them from 1942 to 1952. He then joined Benfica afterwards and won the Taça de Portugal in his first year. After retiring, he embarked on a managerial career, passing through several clubs, but being more associated with Porto.

Career Born in Lisbon, Vierinha played his youth years at GDS Cascais, joining Estoril Praia in 1942 at age 18. He spent a full decade at Estoril Praia, playing over 160 games for them.

Honours Benfica Taça de Portugal:1952–53