Polish wall returns: FC Porto’s likely line-up against Arouca | OneFootball

In the pre-match conference, Farioli emphasized that Arouca is currently experiencing an upward trend, quite different from the less successful phase that, in the first round, allowed FC Porto to defeat the team from Serra da Freita 4-0.

At the Dragão, the blue and whites have recorded only one draw in their last 14 matches and, among the 19 home games this season, have suffered just one defeat – against Vitória de Guimarães (1-3) – which led to their elimination from the League Cup.

In the squad list for the match, three call-ups from the B team stand out: midfielders André Oliveira and Tiago Andrade, and winger André Miranda.

The best defense in the League (7 goals conceded) is still without Thiago Silva and Martim Fernandes, both recovering, but there is positive news: Kiwior has overcome a muscle problem in his thigh and should immediately return to the starting eleven, forming a Polish duo with Bednarek at the heart of the defense.

The midfield will be without Alan Varela, who is serving a suspension, thus opening up the possibility for Pablo Rosario to occupy the number six position.

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