Portimonense is quietly building something special this preseason. The team, set to play in the 2nd League, just pulled off a solid 2-0 victory. They beat Coventry City, a strong club from England’s Championship league. This friendly match happened on Saturday at the Municipal Stadium in Portimão. The stands were empty, but the players brought the noise.
The first goal came from Samuel Lobato. He’s a new player, and he scored in the 48th minute. Later, Kim Tae-Won added another goal for Portimonense in the 75th minute. These two goals sealed a confident win for the Algarvian side.
This isn’t their first preseason success. Portimonense previously defeated Scotland’s Aberdeen by the same 2-0 scoreline. Winning two friendlies in a row, both against respected British clubs, shows real progress. It speaks to the hard work the team is putting in.
The next test is a big one. Portimonense will face Sporting, the national champions, on July 16. That match is scheduled for 10 AM. Like the Coventry game, this one will also be behind closed doors. It will take place on the training pitch at Sporting’s hotel base in Lagos. This is a chance for Portimonense to measure themselves against the best. It’s an exciting time for the team as they prepare for the new season.
