Sporting defender could have limited role vs Vitória de Guimarães | OneFootball

Iván Fresneda may once again have limited involvement in Sporting’s home match against Vitória de Guimarães. The Spanish full-back is still working his way back to peak fitness after missing most of the Lions’ pre-season.

According to newspaper A Bola, Rui Borges wants to remain cautious in managing the player, who played only 12 minutes against Estrela da Amadora in the opening round. Fresneda could once again start on the bench or even be rested entirely.

This scenario paves the way for Georgios Vagiannidis to keep his place in the starting eleven. The Greek full-back was one of the most used options during pre-season and started the league opener in Reboleira. He has made a good impression on the coaching staff, earning fresh momentum in the battle for the position.

The Greek was actually close to leaving Sporting in this transfer window, but his performances in pre-season changed the picture. Against Vitória de Guimarães, he is expected to be given another start, while Fresneda continues to be managed carefully.

The match, counting for the second round of the Liga Portugal Betclic against the team coached by Tiago Margarido, will be played at 8:15 p.m. at Estádio José Alvalade.

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