Rui Borges makes big promise to Sporting fans: We’re going to… | OneFootball

Another Gala Rugidos de Leão took place last Friday, November 14. At Quinta do Paul, in Leia, Rui Borges was recognized as the football coach and promised fans that the squad will fight to win the National Championship for the third consecutive time.

“I am very happy to be here, in the presence of so many Sporting fans. I thank the organization for this recognition. Besides the pride, I also want to say that this is not just my award, it’s ours, everyone’s. The entire Sporting family, not only those who work daily at the academy and the stadium, but also, and in large part, all the Sporting fans. If I am here today receiving this trophy, it is thanks to you as well, for all the affection and belief throughout the season. We will continue to work towards the three-peat,” he said.

Rui Borges arrived at Alvalade in December 2024, coming from Vitória de Guimarães. Since then, the Sporting coach has led the lions in 47 matches: 31 wins (66%), 11 draws (23%), and five losses (11%).

Currently, Sporting occupies second place in the Liga Portugal Betclic standings, with 28 points. Porto leads (31), while Benfica closes out the podium (25) and Gil Vicente (24) holds the last spot granting access to European competitions.

Sporting will take the field again only on Saturday, November 22, against Marinhense. The match, counting for the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup, against the team led by Rui Sacramento, will be played at 18:00 in Alvalade.

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