De Jong makes starting debut, fresh faces in FC Porto squad | OneFootball

FC Porto faces Casa Pia with the intention of repeating the feat of the last two seasons: winning the first three matches of the league. This objective takes on particular importance, as in the 4th round there is a classic against Sporting. In the 2024/25 season, the 4th round ended with a 2-0 defeat for the team then managed by Vítor Bruno, with goals from Gyokeres and Geny Catamo.

Before discussing the likely starting eleven, two notes: Grujic is among the called-up players, as is Brayan Caicedo, a 19-year-old Colombian from the B team, called up by Farioli as a precaution in case Rodrigo Mora leaves.

In midfield, the trio that has shown solidity in the league remains: Alan Varela sitting deeper, with Gabri Veiga and Victor Froholdt enjoying more freedom. The young Dane, who scored one of the goals in the 0-2 win in Barcelos against Gil Vicente, has stood out in this new phase of FC Porto under Farioli’s command, with performances that have captivated the fans.

The main novelty in attack is Luuk De Jong: signed on a free transfer after three seasons at PSV, he will replace Samu, who is injured. The other absence due to medical reasons is right-back Martim Fernandes. The Dutchman was used as a substitute against Vitória and Gil Vicente – in the last game he played 71 minutes, boosting his physical levels. On the wings, Pepê and Borja Sainz will be responsible for supplying the striker.

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