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Defeat against City: 'I didn't see a fantastic Porto. In the physical dimension I even saw a Porto that did less'

Now9 September 2026 at 15:20

FC Porto suffered a defeat against Manchester City in a performance that did not meet expectations. Gonçalo Monteiro criticized the team's performance, stating he did not see a fantastic Porto, and highlighted that, in the physical dimension, he observed a Porto that even did less than expected.

The commentator pointed to the lack of transition solutions as one of the main problems for the Porto team during the game. According to Monteiro, the team showed difficulties in creating counter-attack plays and in rapid transition from defense to attack.

The loss of possession was another aspect highlighted, with a direct impact on the team's performance. The inability to maintain control of the game allowed City to impose their rhythm and create more goal-scoring opportunities.

José Nunes, on his part, addressed the absence of Bednarek in Porto's defense, suggesting that his absence may have influenced the team's defensive performance. The absence of the central defender may have created gaps in the team's tactical organization.

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