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Marítimo coach anticipates difficult trip to Moreira de Cónegos

dnoticias.pt12 September 2026 at 16:32

Marítimo's coach, Mitchell van der Gaag, today expressed his expectations for his team's trip to Moreirense's ground, in a match for the sixth round of the Portuguese I Liga football championship, which takes place on Monday. The Dutch coach acknowledged that he expects difficulties in this match.

Van der Gaag explained that Moreirense is a team with experience in the I Liga and that they play on a field that is historically difficult for visiting teams. He also noted that the Moreira de Cónegos club has a good squad and is led by a competent coach.

Marítimo's coach also revealed a personal connection with the opponent, stating that he knows Moreirense's coach, Vasco Botelho da Costa, well. This familiarity is due to the fact that Vasco Botelho da Costa coached Mitchell van der Gaag's son, Jordan van der Gaag, when he played for União de Leiria.

Why this matters

Readers interested in the Portuguese I Liga now have a preview of the match between Moreirense and Marítimo, which can influence the ranking of both teams. Mitchell van der Gaag warns about the difficulty of Moreirense's ground, information relevant to bettors and fans who closely follow the competition. The fact that the coach knows the opponent well through family ties adds a personal context to the match.

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