FC Porto has signaled its serious intent for the Taça de Portugal, fielding a near full-strength squad for its third-round debut against lower-division side Celoricense. Coach Francesco Farioli opted for only two adjustments to his customary starting lineup for the away fixture. Goalkeeper Cláudio Ramos and forward Deniz Gül were included in the first eleven.
The match pits the Primeira Liga giant against Celoricense, a team competing in Portugal’s Campeonato de Portugal, a lower tier of professional football. This strong lineup underscores FC Porto’s commitment to the cup competition and an unwillingness to underestimate their opponent.
The full starting eleven for FC Porto featured Cláudio Ramos; Alberto, Bednarek, Kiwior, and Francisco Moura; Alan Varela, Froholdt, and Gabri Veiga; Pepê, Borja Sainz, and Deniz Gül. The game kicked off at 18:00 local time (17:00 UTC).