Farioli confirms two returns and a big loss: “He’s still in pain”

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·14 August 2026

Farioli confirms two returns and a big loss: “He’s still in pain”

Francesco Farioli spoke to լրագրants at the CTFD Jorge Costa in the press conference ahead of the match between Rio Ave and FC Porto. The Italian coach gave an update on the team’s medical situation:

“Medical update? Alan Varela is out, he is still in a lot of pain. André Silva has already trained and I think he will be available for the game, as will Alberto. Cláudio Ramos is still recovering and we are waiting for him.”