Farioli faces major headache ahead of Benfica clash | OneFootball

Martim Fernandes will not be an option for Francesco Farioli for the classic match against Benfica, on the upcoming October 5th. The Porto player was sent off for accumulating yellow cards in the match against Arouca, where the Dragons ended up benefiting from a refereeing error.

Just six minutes in, Martim Fernandes made a studs-up tackle on David Simão, a player trained at Benfica. At that moment, Fábio Veríssimo chose to show only a yellow card. At the start of the second half, the Porto full-back committed another serious foul and ended up being sent off.

Another highlight of the Arouca – Porto match was Samu's exit. The forward from the blue and whites showed some knee complaints, but according to Francesco Farioli's statements at the end of the match, he will be available for the clash against Benfica at Estádio do Dragão.

“He's fine, it was just a small inflammation and we decided to take him out as a precaution. He seems to be fine for the next game,” said Francesco Farioli at the end of the Arouca – Porto match, when asked about Samu's physical condition after being substituted at halftime.

Porto's next commitment is against Benfica. The classic between the Dragons and the Eagles is scheduled for next Sunday, October 5th, at 9:15 PM, at Estádio do Dragão. The game pertains to the eighth round of the Liga Portugal Betclic and holds particular importance for both teams.

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