FC Porto vs Alverca FC - First League - Portugal par Diogo Baptista / SOPA Images
Coverage of the Liga Portugal match between FC Porto and Alverca at Estádio do Dragão, followed by team celebrations and a post‑match homage to former player Jorge Costa.
FC Porto faced Alverca at Estádio do Dragão in a Liga Portugal fixture marked by strong home support and a dominant presence on the pitch. After the final whistle, players, staff and club president André Villas‑Boas gathered on the field for collective celebrations with supporters. The team shared individual and group moments of joy, including celebrations by Diogo Costa, Borja Sainz, Samu and Rodrigo Mora.
The post‑match ceremony also included an official homage to former FC Porto player Jorge Costa, who passed away earlier this year. The squad and president stood together at the centre of the pitch as the stadium lights and supporters’ phones illuminated the tribute. The atmosphere combined competitive intensity, emotional recognition and unity between the team and the fans.