Sporting v Porto: Lions had special attention from the Alvalade stands | OneFootball

The Sporting - Porto (1-0) match, which was the first leg of the Portuguese Cup semi-finals, took place this Tuesday, March 3rd, and featured two special fans: Jeremy Mathieu and Ricardo Sá Pinto were present at Alvalade to watch the Clássico.

Mathieu, who previously played for Sporting, returned home, this time invited by the club’s management to attend the match.

It is worth mentioning that, after retiring from football in 2020, the Frenchman went through several difficulties and even started working at a sports store, while, according to him, organizing his social life. This came after he faced depression caused by the isolation following the end of his career, along with a legal process.

Also at Alvalade to watch the Clássico, but in the stands, with a scarf and as just another fan, was Ricardo Sá Pinto. The former Sporting legend has been without a club since he was dismissed as coach of Esteghlal, in Iran, about ten days ago.

It should be noted that with this victory – the 30th in 40 matches this season – Rui Borges’ men take the lead in the tie, but they will still have to play the second leg at Estádio do Dragão. The match is scheduled for April 22nd.

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