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Farioli wants "total focus" ahead of Viseu match

The FC Porto coach highlights the importance of concentrating on Académico de Viseu, ignoring the transfer market.

28 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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FC Porto coach Francesco Farioli has expressed his intention to maintain "total focus" ahead of the clash with Académico de Viseu, scheduled for this Saturday. Farioli made these statements on Friday, emphasizing the need to avoid distractions related to the transfer market, which closes after the fourth round of the Primeira Liga.

The team led by Farioli travels to Viseu aiming to solidify its position in the standings, and the coach has urged his players to stay focused on the challenges on the field.

Player Fofana has returned to training but will not be available for the match against Académico de Viseu. His absence aligns with the coach's desire to focus on the game and disregard external issues.

In the same vein, Farioli expressed that attention should be centered on the team’s performance rather than being diverted to other concerns like transfers or rumors.

The match between FC Porto and Académico de Viseu is part of the fourth round of the Primeira Liga and is considered crucial for Farioli’s project at the helm of the team. The coach reiterated that the team must remain focused on its sporting goals.

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