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Marítimo expects tough match against Arouca

Marítimo manager Van der Gaag highlights the challenging nature of the upcoming match against Arouca.

27 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Marítimo manager Van der Gaag dismissed any favoritism for his team ahead of the clash against Arouca, emphasizing the difficulty of the upcoming match. The Madeira side, currently in third place with seven points and still unbeaten, is feeling the growing pressure to maintain its strong performance in the league.

Van der Gaag pointed out the need for reinforcements in attack before the transfer window closes, indicating a concern to improve his team's ability to face challenging opponents like Arouca.

This pragmatic approach reflects Van der Gaag's strategy of not underestimating opponents and acknowledging the challenges his team may face in the next match.

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