Borja Sainz recalls Jorge Costa: “I hope we win a trophy this year” | OneFootball

Borja Sainz is the highlight of Monday’s edition of the ‘Dragões’ magazine, where he gives an extensive interview. The Spanish winger was once again in the spotlight in FC Porto’s media after being the hero in the 2-1 victory over Sporting de Braga in the 10th round of the Primeira Liga.

At 24 years old, he explained the motivation that led him to sign for the Invicta club in the summer, coming from Norwich, in the English second division.

“It’s the biggest club in Portugal, I’ve always seen great players play here and win very important titles, so I didn’t even think twice when I got the call. I immediately told my agent that I wanted to come here and win titles,” Borja Sainz began, highlighting what impressed him most about the club.

“The Champions Leagues, of course. Not every club wins a Champions League. Many clubs with much more money would give anything to win that trophy. I think that’s also why FC Porto is so highly recognized.”

The number 17 stated that he already considers himself a “true Portista.”

“We are a family that’s there when someone needs it, whether things are going well or not, and I think that’s the most important thing, because day to day your teammates are the ones around you. I tell my parents this a lot, I tell them I feel at home, because, in fact, there are many Spaniards here too, but it’s not about that. I’m very happy, not just because we’re winning and training well every day, but because of the family we are. They helped me from day one, I have everything here, those little details make the difference. I’m really very happy.”

About coach Francesco Farioli’s work, the player revealed details of his experience with the manager.

“He’s very demanding, as everyone can see, he likes to work, his technical staff is very well prepared, he conveys his ideas very clearly and everyone is very happy with him. I’ve learned a lot of things. I had already been told he was very good and liked to work hard, but from the first day, when I spoke with him, I felt that confidence. I learn every day and I still want to learn much more.”

Death of Jorge Costa

On August 5th, the FC Porto squad was struck by the loss of Jorge Costa. The Dragons’ director of football suffered a cardiorespiratory arrest and passed away at the age of 53.

“It’s very hard to talk about it and you can see how I get goosebumps. I didn’t know him very well, but he was always amazing with me from day one. He treated my family very well, everyone who came for my presentation, and the day Jorge died was very sad. Everything we are doing is for him, because he deserves it. He was a very beloved Portista here. I wish his family a lot of strength and I hope we win a title for him this year.”

“You could see in his eyes that he loved the club. It was a very difficult moment, not just for me, because I had only known him for a short time, but for everyone who had worked with him for a long time,” recalled Borja Sainz, who concluded the interview with a wish for the end of the 2025/26 season:

“Of course I would like to play in the World Cup, it’s a dream, but for now I’m focused on working every day, which is the most important thing. If that moment comes, great, but if it doesn’t, I’ll keep working so that one day it happens.”

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