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André Sabino: "UEFA Secretary-General was surprised by some of the 2nd League budgets"
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André Sabino: "UEFA Secretary-General was surprised by some of the 2nd League budgets"

Record15 September 2026 at 07:44

André Sabino, a Torreense official, revealed that the UEFA Secretary-General was surprised by some budgets from the Portuguese 2nd League. The conversation reportedly took place in the context of a meeting that addressed the financial structure of Portuguese football.

The Torreense official highlighted that the club obtained a significant financial gain from its presence in the Europa League. This participation in the European competition represented an important milestone for the club.

André Sabino spoke about these matters during a public address, sharing his impressions about the meeting with the top officials of the governing body that oversees European football.

Why this matters

The revelation shows how the finances of Portuguese second-division clubs are viewed internationally, potentially influencing future negotiations and expectations. The emphasis on the financial benefit of participation in the Europa League underscores the importance of European competitions for smaller clubs in Portugal.

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