Kiwior goes 450 minutes without conceding a single foul! | OneFootball

FC Porto has strengthened its squad with quality in all areas, but it was at the back where the improvement proved most significant, with the arrivals of Bednarek, Prpic, and, above all, Kiwior – possibly the most high-profile signing of the summer window. The 25-year-old Polish international joined from Arsenal on loan until June 30, 2026, with Porto investing two million euros. The agreement includes an option for the definitive purchase of his sporting rights and 100% of his economic rights for a fixed amount of €17 million, plus a maximum variable component of €5 million, dependent on the fulfillment of certain objectives. This option may be exercised by either FC Porto or Arsenal. The Gunners also retain a fixed amount of €2 million in the event of a future transfer of the player.

The financial effort has, however, translated into maximum sporting return: Kiwior’s performances have quickly made him one of the standout figures in the Portuguese league. His official debut in the blue and white shirt came in the hard-fought home win against Nacional da Madeira, followed by matches against Rio Ave, Salzburg (Europa League), Arouca, and Benfica, while he was rested for the clash with Red Star.

There are several common traits in all the matches he has played for the Dragons, both in the Portuguese League and in European competitions: FC Porto has always emerged victorious when he was on the field, and in five of those games, the team did not concede a single goal. This is a remarkable record for a center-back of evident quality, made even more impressive considering that, in total, he played five full matches – 450 minutes – without committing a single foul.

The virtues of Porto’s new signing are not limited to his defensive ability. Anyone who has followed FC Porto will notice his passing quality, the exemplary way he brings the ball out from the back and launches teammates behind the opposing defense, as well as his positional sense and high-quality aerial game. He feels particularly comfortable as a left-sided center-back, his natural habitat, although while at Arsenal he was often used as a left-back and also in midfield.

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