He scored for the Palancas Negras as they lost 2-1 to Egypt in 1996 at their first Nations Cup appearance. "Angolan football mourns the loss of one of its most successful sons," the Angola Football Federation said in a statement. "The Federation and the "Palancas Negras" send their condolences to the family of Quinzinho for the great loss. "Quinzinho and his generation were impeccable ambassadors of the sport of the Republic of Angola and whose contribution will remain historic." The win over Namibia helped Angola reach their first Nations Cup finals in South Africa.

Source: BBC April 19, 2019 11:48 UTC