FC Porto defeated Académica 2-1 in a friendly match played at Olival, Porto's training complex. The game served as preparation for both teams, with the Porto side prevailing in the final result.
Forward Samu, who had been injured since February, took part in the match and gave the champion a run for its money, apparently in a recovery test after a long period away from the pitch.
Académica, a historically significant team in Portuguese football, traveled to Olival for this friendly, seeking competitive match rhythm during the federation calendar's break.
The 2-1 result reflects the match's balance, although FC Porto, as the reigning champion, managed to prevail on their training ground.
