Sporting - Nacional (2026/27): How to watch, likely XI and... | OneFootball

Sporting return to action this Saturday, September 5, against Nacional. The match, part of the 5th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the side coached by interim manager Bruno Abreu, will kick off at 8:30 p.m. at Alvalade.

Fresneda has emerged as one of the key figures in the coach’s plans and is now in his fourth season with the Club. Asked about a possible contract renewal for the Spanish full-back, Rui Borges highlighted the 21-year-old player’s development: "Iván is important like everyone else, he has a contract until 2028, and he has shown merit and growth. I’m very happy with what he has done and what he will continue to do. If the renewal happens, I’ll be happy for him, he worked for it," he said.

Luis Suárez also remains one of the main standout players. The Colombian forward has scored 41 of the 200 goals netted by the team since the coach’s arrival and continues to have the manager’s trust, despite the pressure surrounding a possible departure during the transfer window.

For the match, the coach also hopes to be able to count again soon on Nuno Santos and João Simões, both currently injured. The expectation is that both players will return to training with the rest of the squad as soon as the necessary conditions are in place.

Broadcast: Sport TV 2

Unavailable: Nuno Santos, João Simões (injuries)

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