Renato Marín and the penalty shootout duel with Samu: 'I like to provoke, it's in my personality'
SAPO Notícias26 August 2026 at 18:14
Goalkeeper Renato Marín, loaned by PSG to Nacional, talked about having saved a penalty in the match against Vitória de Guimarães, in a penalty shootout. The young goalkeeper showed his irreverent side by stating that he likes to provoke the opposing forwards, considering this attitude as part of his personality. Marín is taking advantage of the experience in Portugal to continue his sporting development.
Benfica drew 0-0 with Aarhus in Denmark in a Europa League match, where the Eagles seek to secure qualification for the league phase of the European competition. The match ended goalless, leaving the fate of progression to the next round undecided.
UEFA is preparing a legal action against FIFA president Gianni Infantino regarding the already abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. The European football body argues that such an initiative would be harmful to the interests of football and the member federations.
"The new Santa Clara coach, Van der Gaag, revealed that he is still looking for a striker for the squad, wanting a player with different characteristics from the rest but who can integrate at the same physical pace as the teammates."
Player Arsénio will receive the Legacy Badge after completing his 300th game in professional football competitions. In recognition of this milestone achieved in his career, the midfielder will now wear a special detail on his jersey, symbolizing this important achievement in his sporting career.
