Lev faked even on penalties

Ruben Amorim bet on 3x4x3, focusing on the return of Gonçalo Inácio to the right of the central axis and Paulinho in front. The Lions even started the game by pressing high close to the Spaniards’ goal. But football was far from fluid.

And at best, the spot fell when Adan passed it on a throw-in to Oliver Torres, who, taking advantage of Leon’s defensive shift, launched Corona, which made it 1-0.

The lion team never met again in the game. And the departure of Ugarte with complaints about his back at the 23rd minute further exacerbated the difficulties of the hosts. However, the Lions complained about two penalties, which the referee dismissed. In the first one, Paulinho (33′) was grabbed, and in the second, Matheus Reis (46′) got touched by Fernando’s knee. Earlier, in the Lions’ best scoring situation, Bono’s shot was deflected by Nuno Santos.

In the second half, Sporting had more. Amorim must have shrunk the team and it got better. Stronger and more focused. Adan redeemed himself for an unsuccessful goal with a great save, and then only Sporting lost. Crosses into the box followed, with Paulinho, Pote, Matheus Reis and Edwards all failing.

Thanks to smoother football, Paulinho scored the goal. Great move by Pote who makes the pass to isolate the Portuguese striker who throws the bomb at 1-1, taking the penalty decision. Young Fatavu failed.

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latch
The lion reinforcements are still getting used to the team. However, he shows good ball control and good combinations. Aim at the dead balls.

Morita
He came in cold and only improved in the second half. More confident and more in tune with his teammates, he excelled at rebounding and snapping passes.

Paulinho
The bomb resets the scoreboard. He asked for a penalty after being caught in the first half.

Bowl
Still diabolical. He didn’t score, but he was the most restless and agitated of the lions. He plays in different positions and is always on target.

Edwards
He missed a good opportunity to score a goal by hitting the side net. The referee still signaled a penalty but reversed the decision as he fell alone.

Applauded and straight to eleven
Francisco Trincao was one of those who received the most applause during the presentation to the partners. The latest lion reinforcements to arrive made their debut this Sunday as a starting lineup in what should be the most used offensive line next season.

Akunya returns and whistles
Sevilla introduced in eleven several players who passed through Portugal. Among them is Akunya, who was a lion between 2017 and 2020. The Argentine received a whistle due to a lack of fair play. Fernando, Oliver and Corona played for Porto.

Braganza on crutches
Daniel Braganza climbed onto the Alvalade lawn on crutches. The midfielder, who is recovering from surgery on his right knee, has been one of the most applauded. You will keep jersey number 23.

New shirt introduced
Sporting CP unveiled the third kit of the new season this Sunday. A white jersey with green details should be worn more often in Champions League matches.