Super Cup pitch worries FC Porto and Torreense | OneFootball

FC Porto and Torreense are closely monitoring with concern the condition of the pitch at the Cidade de Coimbra Stadium, which will host the Super Cup next Saturday.

The two teams are considering skipping the adaptation training session scheduled for Friday, in an attempt to prevent the surface from deteriorating even further.

Images obtained by A BOLA, taken on Tuesday, show several areas of the pitch with bare patches. The situation has, however, reportedly improved in recent days, and the surface is now in better condition.

According to information gathered by A BOLA, Porto officials had already expressed their displeasure, although they believe the problem remains unresolved. Francesco Farioli, FC Porto’s coach, has been informed about the situation and is said to be outraged that a trophy match is being played in a stadium whose pitch could compromise the players’ physical safety.

Throughout the season, Académica’s Liga 3 matches held at this stadium took place without incident. After the end of the season, however, the grass, whose maintenance is entrusted to a private company, was affected by the high temperatures.

A BOLA sought a response from the FPF, the body responsible for organizing the competition, but had not received any reply so far.

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