There had been a few international goals, in friendlies. In the darkest moments, this charming young man contemplated ending his own life. At 28, this, remarkably, was Eder’s first competitive goal for Portugal. In the weeks that followed, Eder estimates he received more than 200 messages of congratulations. ‘My mind went to some very bad places. Eder now believes he is over his psychological problems but he continues to work closely with Susana. ‘I think footballers are still a bit funny about this kind of thing. Wales did it. We don’t have a normal relationship because we lost those big moments together when I was growing up. ‘Yeah...’ he says, steadying himself. Collaborate seamlessly on AI while ensuring first-party privacy - using the power of secure federated learning Her mum, Susana Torres, asked if she could have a picture. In 2003, a jury at Norwich Crown Court heard that Eder’s father had murdered his partner. He moved on to Academica and Braga, where he would play Champions League football and get his international call-up in 2012. Then I just let fly. Xherdan Shaqiri 11/07/2016 . So far, so normal — except for one chilling fact. I am not stating that the court did anything wrong but he’s my father. He is a bright man, a fluent speaker of four languages — English, French, Spanish and Portuguese — and with a sharp interest in world issues. And how it flew! ‘I worked hard on my mentality and began to dream again. He made his first team – and Campeonato Brasileiro Série A – debut on 19 December 2004, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 3–3 home draw against Coritiba, with his side being already relegated. Sometimes, I will just go on YouTube and rewatch it. People have to dream and believe. ‘My father was so happy that he cried on the phone. Eder’s dad said that he went to McDonald’s after dropping Ms Olivais back at a hotel. I was resentful. Santos swanning over Eder winner. After he had developed a passion for football at the orphanage, Eder would escape to a nearby cafe to watch Premier League matches. However, the family were unable to make ends meet and, at the age of eight, Eder was taken in by an orphanage. ‘My stepmother died, they accused my father and he’s in prison. I was in an orphanage without my parents. ‘Now, my mum and I are reunited and back in contact. I’ve visited him. I struggled to believe in things and dream again. When the interview ends, his first question is — ‘Brexit, man, what the hell is going on over in Britain?’, Eder reveals former Swansea boss Garry Monk congratulated him after his Euro 2016 winner. In a hotel lobby in northern France, Eder is out of his seat. Det Danske Sprog- og Litteraturselskab 2018. ‘It was hard at Swansea. Transfer window 2016 stats: Numbers behind summer deals as... Premier League transfer window: Club-by-club guide to all... Franck Tabanou leaves Swansea and joins Granada on a... Culture Secretary criticises Premier League over Project Big Picture, Timo Werner explains why Chelsea was the right choice for him, England trains ahead of their Nations League match against Denmark, Gareth Southgate addresses press before Denmark clash, Culture Secretary criticises overhaul plans for English top-flight, Jason McAteer opens up about intense rivalry with Roy Keane, Cristiano Ronaldo tests positive for coronavirus, Oliver Dowden dismisses Project Big Picture plans as a 'latest wheeze'. And then there’s my father...’. Portugal v France 10/07/2016 . ‘There was something poetic about the goal. Eder chose to represent Portugal internationally. Sport can never lose that.’, For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 116123, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details. It was the tournament of the underdog. Rapportér et problem fra Den Danske Ordbog Den Danske Ordbog . I had little contact with my parents. Iceland did it. Born in Lauro Müller, Santa Catarina state, Éder started his career at Criciúma Esporte Clube. ‘I was 12 and in an orphanage,’ Eder says, puffing his cheeks out. None that Portuguese legends Eusebio, Luis Figo and Ronaldo dreamed of delivering. Then she said that if my friends needed a psychological coach, then I should let them know about her.