Porto back in training: Kiwior limited, Martim Fernandes in rehab and gym | OneFootball

The FC Porto first team returned to training today at Olival, beginning preparations for the match against Rio Ave, corresponding to the 23rd round of the League. The match will take place on Sunday at 8:30 pm at Estádio do Dragão and will be broadcast by Sport TV.

After enjoying two days off following the 1-0 victory in Madeira, the players returned to work with several absences. The club’s medical report lists five cases: Nehuén Pérez and Jakub Kiwior had a restricted training session, while Martim Fernandes underwent treatment and worked in the gym. Luuk de Jong remains under the care of the medical department, receiving treatment. The main news is the Polish center-back, who has progressed to restricted training, advancing in his recovery from a muscle injury. Martim Fernandes remains doubtful for the match against Rio Ave.

The most serious situation involves Samu, who today underwent a successful surgical procedure to repair a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

To make up for the absences, coach Francesco Farioli called up three youngsters from the B team to join the first team’s training sessions: defenders Gabriel Brás and Dinis Rodrigues, and midfielder André Oliveira.

The Dragons have another session scheduled for Thursday morning at CTFD Jorge Costa. Remember that tickets for Sunday’s match are still on sale at the usual locations.

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