Dinis Pinto is putting on a show this season. We are only five games into the Liga Betclic, and he’s already shattered his previous personal best for assists in a single campaign. It’s an incredible start for the right-back, who seems to be playing with a renewed spark.
His recent performance against Rio Ave was particularly sharp. He delivered two crucial passes that led directly to goals, finding Diogo Travassos and Alanzinho. This pushed his assist count to four for the young season. Before that, Dinis Pinto also played a key role in earlier victories. He set up Yan Lincon for the winning goal against Alverca. And don’t forget his pinpoint pass to Schettine, which sealed the lone goal needed to beat Santa Clara.
These impressive numbers tell a deeper story. They become even more significant when you consider the fresh competition that arrived just as the transfer window closed. Diogo Travassos joined the squad, bringing a direct challenge for Dinis Pinto’s position. Many wondered how Dinis Pinto would respond to this new pressure.
Travassos didn’t waste time making his presence felt. He debuted in Moreira de Cónegos, starting in an attacking winger role, playing ahead of Luís Pinto. By the end of that match, he had shifted to left-back, showing off his versatility. But this increased competition seems to have only pushed Dinis Pinto to greater heights. He’s demonstrating that a little rivalry can light a fire, turning potential threats into his best performances yet.