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Rui Borges defends Luis Suárez after whistles in Alvalade

Rui Borges commented on the fans' reaction to Luis Suárez, defending the Colombian forward.

15 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Rui Borges was questioned about the whistles directed at Luis Suárez during a match in Alvalade. The coach positioned himself alongside the Colombian player, emphasizing that people often believe everything they read.

Borges stressed the need for understanding regarding the situation of players facing criticism, defending his support for Suárez and the importance of looking beyond appearances.

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