Benfica midfielder to be patron of the 11th Damaiense Páscoa Cup 2026 🏆 | OneFootball

Diogo Prioste has been announced as the official patron of the 11th edition of the Damaiense Páscoa Cup 2026, aimed at youth development and set to take place from April 1 to 4. The Benfica player sees this participation as a symbolic return to his roots.

Born in Damaia, the 21-year-old footballer – who may leave in the summer – has an emotional connection with the local club, even though he has never played for the team: he grew up watching the games and experiencing the passion for football in the neighborhood up close. The announcement was made by Sport Futebol Damaiense, who expressed gratitude on social media for the player’s involvement.

Regarding the invitation, Damaiense highlighted: “A native of Damaia, Diogo Prioste has never hidden his affection for Sport Futebol Damaiense. Even without ever having played for the club, he grew up watching the games and living the passion for football in our neighborhood up close. Now, he accepted without hesitation the invitation to be the Official Patron of the 11th edition of the Damaiense Páscoa Cup 2026.”

The club also added: “For Diogo, this invitation is a true privilege and also a way to relive his childhood, seeing the younger ones spread their talent on the field… and who knows, maybe among them there is a future star following in his footsteps. Our heartfelt thanks to Diogo for agreeing to be part of this edition! Damaia is proud of you.”

This season, playing for Benfica, Diogo Prioste – valued at 2 million euros – has already played a total of 20 official matches: 18 in Liga Portugal Meu Super and two in Liga Portugal Betclic. In the 1,587 minutes he spent on the pitch, the number 86 recorded three goals and six assists.

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