18 minutes of magic: Oskar wins over fans and sends Polish media wild | OneFootball

An unforgettable debut that will be recorded in history. Oskar Pietuszewski was the trump card that Francesco Farioli used in Guimarães: he entered with irreverence and without fear, suffered the foul that resulted in the penalty converted by Alan Varela – a goal that decided the match – and also caused the expulsion of Telmo Arcanjo for accumulation. He was on the field for only 18 minutes (plus stoppage time), enough time to make his mark, excite the Porto fans, and ignite the Polish press. Furthermore, he became the youngest foreign player to represent FC Porto. It should be noted that on Thursday he will not be able to play in European competitions because he has not yet been registered.

Oskar came on for Borja Sainz in the 72nd minute and made his debut for the dragons at 17 years, seven months, and 29 days, surpassing Brazilian Anderson, who was used by Co Adriaanse against Nacional at 17 years, ten months, and 20 days. Goalkeeper Kadú played earlier, but that participation occurred in a Portuguese Cup match. As a curious note, in just four days Farioli made Thiago Silva the oldest player ever and Oskar (in this case among foreigners), with less than half of the 41 years of the central defender, became the youngest to wear the blue and white jersey.

The impact of the debut immediately resonated in Poland and even reached the player's former club, Jagiellonia, which reacted with: “Bravo, Oski! We can't wait for more!”. In the media of his country, the young player was treated as the hero of the match. “He had a brilliant performance. The young winger had his opportunity in the 72nd minute, with the result still undecided, and it was thanks to him that the dragons secured the three points,” wrote “igol.pl”. “Polish fans had been eagerly awaiting this day since the transfer announcement,” highlighted “Sportowefakty”.

Echos in the Polish Press

Took the reins

“He entered the field with confidence, took control of the match, dribbled, dominated possession, and suffered a penalty. If you're going to join a team, this is the way to do it.”

Paid off greatly

“It was thanks to him that the dragons secured the three points. The game was not going well, but the entry of the 17-year-old paid off greatly for coach Farioli.”

Brave in the area

“He advanced bravely into the area, where he was fouled by an opponent. The reaction of the 17-year-old Pole, as effusive as if he had scored a goal, quickly spread across social media.”

Quickly a hero

“Without hesitation, fear, doubt, or nervousness. Every move showed he was ready. An impressive 18 minutes, during which he quickly earned the title of hero.”

Dragon's entry

“This is what I call a dragon's entry… into the dragons. He burst through the doors with an absolutely dream debut. He welcomed the Portuguese championship in great style.”

Memorable moment

“A memorable moment for Oskar, entering in the second half against Vitória de Guimarães. And more: he became the team's hero! His decisive action is unmissable.”

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