Farioli on Diogo Costa: “One of the world’s best, makes big saves” | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli analyzed Diogo Costa’s performance after FC Porto’s victory over Académico de Viseu.

FC Porto regained sole leadership of the league after beating Académico de Viseu 3-0 at Fontelo. At the end of the match, Francesco Farioli highlighted the efficiency shown by the team in the opening minutes, although he acknowledged that physical issues affected the management of the second half.

“It was a great start, very clinical. We turned our first chances into goals straight away and were very effective with our finishing. That helped us approach the game in a certain way”

The early lead did not stop the match from having consequences for the Porto squad. Zaidu Sanusi, who had already been dealing with a physical issue since the Super Cup, did not return for the second half and was replaced by Martim Fernandes on the left side. Center-back Bednarek also ended up leaving the pitch due to physical complaints.

Although the team lost some intensity after the break, Farioli preferred to emphasize the collective solidity and the fact that FC Porto have still not conceded a goal in the competition:

“Football is a contact sport and sometimes these things happen. We earned important points, a good result, and another match without conceding, which is very important. There are no secrets, it’s everyone’s work. On top of that, we have one of the best goalkeepers in the world, who, when needed, makes great saves

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