Daniel Chaves on FC Porto opener: “A strong start is vital” | OneFootball

FC Porto make their debut this Saturday in the top tier of women’s football with an away match against Valadares Gaia, scheduled for 5 pm on the opening matchday of the league. Daniel Chaves stressed the need for the team to begin the competition with a win.

“In such a short league, it is extremely important for us to start well,” said the Porto coach, recalling that the competition will have only 18 matchdays. “It is very important to take the first three points in this opening round,” he added.

Valadares Gaia have undergone a major squad overhaul, but the blue-and-white coach is expecting a demanding match against a side that finished last season in fourth place and reached the League Cup final.

Daniel Chaves considers them “one of the best teams in the competition in recent years,” also highlighting the opponent’s experience in the top flight. “They really are one of the best teams in the competition in recent years, but for us it is essential to start the league in the best possible way, and we will fight for the three points.”

Daniela Areia Santos also showed enthusiasm ahead of the start of this new chapter. The centre-back admitted that Porto will face “a difficult setting,” but assured that the team is ready to showcase the principles it wants to carry into the season.

“We will show our ambition, our determination, our desire to win and our commitment to the club in order to achieve a good result,” said the player.

In the end, Daniel Chaves and Daniela Santos called on the fans to turn out in Pedroso. The match between Valadares Gaia and FC Porto kicks off at 5 pm this Saturday.

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