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In a press conference this Saturday, Rui Borges previewed Sporting's clash with Braga, highlighting the quality and offensive style of the Minho team. Asked about the Clássico between Porto and Benfica, the coach revealed that he won't even watch the match.

"Clássico? Sporting - Braga? I'm only concerned with our game, which will be against a great team. I'll be on my way to Mirandela, I won't watch the game," guaranteed Rui Borges, dismissing the idea that the squad might get together to watch the match.

"I'm concerned with Sporting and Braga. We're at the start of the season, that result won't decide anything. I'll be on my way to Mirandela to enjoy my day off," he said, admitting that he has no preference for who wins the match between Porto and Benfica.

As for doubts about his abilities, Rui Borges was clear: "I started coaching at Mirandela, some people doubted me, so why wouldn't they doubt me at Sporting? If everyone liked the same thing, the world would be upside down. I've received a lot of support since I arrived here from most Sporting fans, on the street, at the stadium, it's been incredible. The important thing is for Sporting to win. I believe that little by little more people believe in our work, but what drives us is winning for Sporting."

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