Diogo Costa talks about "missing playing the Champions" and shoots: "By history it's normal that we reach the 'quarters'"
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Diogo Costa talks about "missing playing the Champions" and shoots: "By history it's normal that we reach the 'quarters'"

Record7 September 2026 at 13:41

Goalkeeper Diogo Costa spoke at the preview press conference for the match between FC Porto and Manchester City, which takes place in the context of the Champions League. The Porto player expressed nostalgia for playing in the main European club competition, highlighting the importance of this tournament for his career.

Diogo Costa showed confidence in FC Porto's abilities for the clash with Manchester City. The goalkeeper stated that, given the club's history, it's normal for the team to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League, demonstrating the high ambition and expectations for this knockout round.

The preview comes at an important stage of the competition, where FC Porto seek to advance to the next round. The Portuguese team faces Manchester City as a highly calibre opponent, acknowledging the quality of the English side that regularly participates in this competition.

The press conference served for Diogo Costa to convey confidence to the fans and mentally prepare the team for the upcoming challenge, highlighting FC Porto's experience in the Champions League as a positive factor for the team's performance.

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