Farioli on Porto v Rio Ave: “We’ve had a slip-up like this before” | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli attended the press room at Olival for the preview conference of FC Porto against Rio Ave, regarding the 23rd round. The Italian coach began his analysis with the team led by Sotiris Silaydopoulos:

«We already had a bad experience with Casa Pia, which also wasn't doing well, and then what happened happened. But tomorrow the past doesn't count, and what matters is what we do on the field. We expect some changes after they played with three defenders against Moreirense, as the coach has done in other experiences in the past. We are prepared for various possibilities, and that is the most important thing».

«Watching FC Porto vs Benfica in Roller Hockey? I had already seen it on television. It's interesting because of the intensity it has and tactically it reminds me a bit of futsal. It was important to get to know other realities of the club. I returned home still with the sound of the ball in my head, and on top of that, it was a very good game».

«Fragile Rio Ave? We don't make that calculation. In football, it's not the jersey that wins the game. I'll state the obvious, but the game starts 0-0, and we will have to give our best and show our strength on the field».

«Gianluca Prestianni and Vinícius Júnior case? In these days, I've heard many comments and many analyses, as is normal in an international case. For me, something that is quite clear, and I've coached in six countries, is that it's very different to be in our own country or not, and notice that in my team we have 7 different passports, so I'm comfortable... What I think is that it's a great opportunity to live with people from another culture and another color. For example, for my 3-year-old daughter who is in an international school, it will be very good. What I also feel is that in 2026 it's sad that someone is still judged by the color of their skin, and that has to be removed from football. The image that has been going through my mind and that is in my thesis is by Carl Sagan, the video is available on YouTube, and I believe it is a great lesson on this topic, especially about our relationship as human beings. It points to the generosity that should move us and not all these bad energies that have nothing good».

«Injuries of Jakub Kiwior and Martim Fernandes? Kiwior is recovering fantastically and training well, but he won't play because I don't want to take risks. Martim Fernandes is also progressing. We are working with both for the next game. We still have the situation with Thiago Silva, which will be evaluated in the next few hours».

«Performance of Zaidu against Nacional and the return of Francisco Moura? Zaidu did very well after being out for a long time, and both will have space to play. What matters is that we have an extensive and experienced squad in which everyone is ready to step in when called upon».

«Recent FC Porto games with only one goal scored? If you remember well, a week ago we were here talking about what we need to improve, and indeed there are some things we need to work on. The fact is that all teams have come here with a lot of respect and played more conservatively, betting on counterattacks and set pieces. Regarding the last game, we selected 33 moments where we could have converted into a goal, but a better pass or shot was missing. In football, scoring one more goal than the opponent is enough. But we know that the important thing is to maintain our consistency, given that the schedule doesn't give us time to think about the past».

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