FC Porto and Benfica are exchanging public barbs just days before a classic between the two teams. The tension between the clubs intensified after statements by Farioli, Porto's coach, regarding the match between Casa Pia and the dragões.
Farioli stated that "strange things" happened during the Casa Pia-FC Porto match, leaving an implicit accusation of favoritism or irregular events in the match.
Benfica did not let the situation go unanswered. The club reacted through social media, entering the exchange of accusations and barbs with the Porto rival.
This episode comes at a time close to the classic between the two teams, increasing the rivalry and tension before one of the most anticipated encounters in Portuguese football.
