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News, views and information concerning domestic football in Portugal and Portuguese clubs competing in Europe.
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Braga survive late scare to earn a 4-2 victory at Estrela da Amadora
Braga made it back-to-back wins in the Primeira Liga after an enthralling 4-2 victory against Estrela da Amadora at Estádio José Gomes. Álvaro Djaló...
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Benfica v Porto preview
As soon as the Primeira Liga fixtures for the season are announced, everyone’s first thought is: “When is the first Clássico?” Well, we haven’t had...
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Portuguese clubs to watch in Europe this season
European trophies are among the most hotly contested rewards in international football, and claiming the Champions League or the Europa League title...
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Primeira Liga: Benfica defends the title against Porto, but watch out for Sporting
The sixth day of Portugal’s Primeira Liga confirmed the excellent moment of Porto, who after the victory in the first round of the Champions League...
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Sporting CP beat Rio Ave 2-0 to reclaim top spot in the Primeira Liga
Sporting Clube de Portugal reclaimed top spot in the Primeira Liga after a routine 2-0 win against Rio Ave at Estádio José Alvalade. The Lions...
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Benfica bounce back from European blues with win in Portimão
Portimonense 1-3 Benfica Benfica have responded to their midweek debacle versus Red Bull Salzburg with a return to winning ways in the Primeira...
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Primeira Liga Jornada 6 preview: Braga v Boavista tops the bill
It’s been a whirlwind week for Portuguese clubs in Europe, with differing fortunes for Porto, Benfica, Braga and Sporting. We turn the focus back to...
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How to write an essay about a famous Portuguese player
Writing an essay about a famous Portuguese player, such as a footballer like Cristiano Ronaldo or a player from another era like Eusébio, requires a...
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Late turnaround gets Sporting off to winning start in Europa League in Austria
Sturm Graz 1-2 Sporting Sporting began their European campaign with a comeback win against Sturm Graz, thus obtaining a first victory in Austria in...
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Ten of Sporting’s biggest sales
Not many clubs in Europe have a stronger academy than Sporting Clube de Portugal. Throw in an astute scouting operation, and the ingredients are...