Stuttgart boss: Porto can win Europa League, praises Farioli, Costa | OneFootball

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·19 de marzo de 2026

Stuttgart boss: Porto can win Europa League, praises Farioli, Costa

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The Stuttgart coach, Sebastian Hoeness, praised FC Porto after their 2-0 defeat against the dragons in the Europa League round of 16 match, expressing his belief that the Porto team has the potential to go far in the competition.

“We wanted to advance to the next round. FC Porto advanced and if we look at both games… It didn’t have to be this way. Congratulations to FC Porto, they are a great team. They have an incredible goalkeeper. I must also praise my team. We couldn’t score, but the result is misleading. That’s football.”


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In his analysis of the blue and white team’s current form, the coach was clear in stating that FC Porto can win the Europa League. Additionally, he expressed appreciation for Francesco Farioli, the current Porto coach, expressing his hope to see the coach and the team also win the championship.

“I hope Francesco and Porto can win the championship,” concluded Sebastian Hoeness.

The Stuttgart manager’s assessment highlighted the collective quality of FC Porto, emphasizing the strength of the squad and the competitive spirit demonstrated on the field. After the 2-0 victory, the Porto team emerged reinforced by a solid performance, worthy of recognition even from the opponent.

The statements come at a positive moment for FC Porto, which continues to nurture ambitions both on the European front and internally. The recognition from the German side reinforces the image of a competitive, organized team with the capability to pursue important objectives until the end of the season.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇵🇹 here.

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