After Rui Borges' rollicking, Eduardo Quaresma gets Sporting verdict | OneFootball

Eduardo Quaresma will remain in Sporting’s starting XI against Vitória de Guimarães. The mistake made in Reboleira, which led to one of Estrela da Amadora’s goals (2-2), did not shake the centre-back’s confidence or alter Rui Borges’ plans.

But, according to newspaper A Bola, he believes that an isolated mistake does not erase the progress shown in recent weeks. Quaresma earned more room during pre-season and established himself as one of the first options for the heart of the defence.

The status he has earned was also evident when he wore the captain’s armband during Gonçalo Inácio’s absence. At 24, the Alvalade academy product also saw the club’s faith in him reflected in a contract renewal valid until June 2031.

Competition is now increasing with the returns of Ibrahima Ba and Zeno Debast, both already back in full training without restrictions. Even so, the pair are expected to start on the bench against the Guimarães side, and Eduardo Quaresma will continue alongside Gonçalo Inácio in central defence.

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