Francesco Farioli, FC Porto coach, spoke about the classic against Benfica, which is scheduled for September 20. The Italian acknowledged the importance of the derby but minimized its immediate urgency.
Looking ahead to the clash with Casa Pia, scheduled for this Saturday, Farioli stated he doesn't intend to spend energy on thoughts about the classic. The coach guaranteed he is fully focused on the closest game, which represents the team's next priority.
The Italian's pragmatic approach contrasts with the expectation that always surrounds a game between the two great Portuguese rivals. Farioli chose to focus on daily work and immediate commitments, without letting himself be distracted by the magnitude of the upcoming match.
