Rui Borges on Varandas, Sporting’s history and the Cup final 🏆 | OneFootball

Rui Borges spoke to journalists at a press conference previewing the Santa Clara - Sporting match, this Wednesday, December 17th. The match is scheduled for next Thursday at 6:45 PM at the Estádio de São Miguel. Read here everything the Lions' coach said.

Lessons from the last Santa Clara - Sporting

"It's a different competition. The energy will be different on both sides. Other than that, it's always a difficult field. A team that has conceded 6 goals in the championship. One of the teams that allows the fewest shots from the opponent, very competitive, intense, aggressive. We expect a challenge within the championship game. An organized team, good coach, motivated."

Frederico Varandas' re-election

"It's good news for Sporting. The president's years speak for themselves. Other than that, I focus on my work. I believe the Sporting universe was happy with the news."

Changes in the lineup

"Extra motivation is knowing that in the quarter-finals we play at home, something that motivates any team. The injuries and the face... it's the same face. We have shown quality. The team is connected and knows what to expect, the qualities of the opponent... we have to be prepared. The competitive part has to be there, the attitude too. Nothing worries me, it's a sign that the team is connected. It's natural to have one or another different option, even due to the absences we have. It would be cynical to say there won't be one or another change... There will have to be. Comfortable with that."

Hjulmand's return

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