Coates, Sporting’s centre-back, has taken advantage of his omission from Uruguay’s squad to get specific work done and prepare for the six-game marathon that begins on Sunday with a home game against Moreirense (20:30 GMT). ).
The captain missed the training game against Mafra (4-0 triumph) in order to cope with his strength. That’s because Ruben Amorim wants the experienced 32-year-old to be at full strength at this crucial stage of the season, with games every four days thanks to their presence in the Europa League.
There will be six matches of paramount importance, in a cycle that will end only with the next stoppage of the teams (Portugal will host Slovakia on October 13). The series starts with Moreirense, followed by a visit to Sturm Graz (Austria, 21st place), a reception at Rio Ave (24/09), an away game against Farense (1/10), before Atalanta (5/10) and Arroca. (8/10) play in Alvalade. Matches the Lions believe they can win to maintain the league lead they share with Boavista and Porto, all on 10 points.
Mathieu’s agents demand 2.6 million euros
Team Spirit Football Consulting, the company that arranged Mathieu’s move to Sporting in 2017, is demanding €2.6 million from the club towards the transfer fee.
Mathieu’s agents demand 2.6 million euros
Team Spirit Football Consulting, the company that arranged Mathieu’s move to Sporting in 2017, is demanding €2.6 million from the club towards the transfer fee.
Pedro Gonçalves: “I would like to be the top scorer in the league again”
“I’ve always been used to scoring with skill rather than with force,” he said, admitting Nuno Santos’ goal was better than his hat-trick against Arsenal.
Author: Mario Figueiredo
Source: CM Jornal
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