André Sabino, general director of Torreense, gave an interview before the team's UEFA debut against Lillestrom. In the conversation, Sabino expressed his opinion on the club's expectations, stating that playing in Europe while simultaneously getting promoted is an unrealistic perspective. The club now faces the challenge of competing on the European stage while managing its sporting ambitions domestically. This interview comes as preparation for the team's first match in the European competition, marking a significant moment in Torreense's recent history.
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André Sabino: "Playing in Europe and Getting Promoted is Unrealistic"
Record15 September 2026 at 05:21
Why this matters
Readers in the Lisbon region, where Torreense is based, follow with interest the historic debut of the club in a European competition, a rare milestone for teams in the area. The general director's cautious perspective on the club's expectations provides context about the financial and sporting reality of a lower division Portuguese team in the European scene.
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