Zaidu, a Nigerian international defender, has returned to his club’s squad for a crucial match, a move coach Francesco Farioli indicated was driven by a need for experience.
The Italian coach made just one alteration to the lineup for today’s game against Sp. Braga. This decision, reported by Portuguese sports daily Record, sees Zaidu rejoining the team.
Winger Karamoh, who made his official debut for the main team in the previous fixture against Moreirense, was omitted from the squad.
Farioli specifically highlighted Zaidu’s experience as a key factor. The coach described the upcoming match as one of high demand.
Two other players, Nehuén Pérez and Luuk de Jong, remain unavailable for selection due to ongoing injuries.