Sporting facility vandalised by Porto fans before the Clássico | OneFootball

The Sporting supporters’ branch in Vila Nova de Gaia was vandalized in the hours leading up to the derby against Porto. Offensive graffiti targeting the Alvalade club was left at the site, in an incident that comes amid a tense atmosphere before the decisive match at the Estádio do Dragão.

leaving an insulting message painted in blue: "SCP is s****".

This episode follows other acts recorded the previous night, when some walls in the vicinity of the Estádio do Dragão were also vandalized with green paint. Images shared on social media show hooded individuals making graffiti referring to Sporting supporters’ groups.

It should be remembered that Sporting hold the advantage in the tie. In the first leg, Rui Borges’ side won 1-0 at Alvalade. The decisive goal was scored by Luis Suárez from the penalty spot in the 61st minute.

The green-and-white side take to the pitch today, Wednesday, April 22, against Porto. The match, the second leg of the Portuguese Cup semi-finals against the team coached by Francesco Farioli, will be played at the Estádio do Dragão at 8:45 pm.

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