FC Porto faces a challenging fixture against Casa Pia as they prepare for the 20th matchday of the Liga. The match is set to kick off at 20:45 in Rio Maior, and both teams have announced their starting lineups.
Key Absences for FC Porto
FC Porto will be without two critical players, Froholdt and Kiwior. Both were uncertain for the match and will start from the bench. Their absence might impact the team’s performance against a strong Casa Pia side.
Starting Lineups
The starting eleven for FC Porto includes:
- Diogo Costa (Goalkeeper)
- Martim Fernandes
- Thiago Silva
- Bednarek
- Francisco Moura
- Alan Varela
- Pablo Rosario
- Gabri Veiga
- Pepê
- Samu
- Borja Sainz
The substitutes are Cláudio Ramos, Kiwior, William Gomes, Froholdt, Alberto, Prpic, Deniz Gul, Oskar Pietuszewski, and Rodrigo Mora.
Casa Pia’s Lineup
Casa Pia will field the following players:
- Sequeira (Goalkeeper)
- João Goulart
- Khaly
- David Albino
- Larrazabal
- Ofori
- Rafael Brito
- Conté
- Tiago Morais
- Cassiano
- Livolant
They have named Ivan Mandic, Kelian Nsona, Dailon Livramento, João Marques, Osundina, André Geraldes, Kevin Prieto, Iyad Mohamed, and Clau Mendes as their substitutes.
Match Implications
This match is crucial for both teams as they aim to secure important points in the Liga standings. FC Porto’s hopes rely on a solid performance despite the absence of Froholdt and Kiwior. The overall outcome will reveal how well they can adapt in high-pressure situations.
