Arouca kicked off their 2025/26 league season with a solid 3-1 home win against AVS. Coach Vasco Seabra left the pitch beaming, not just for the score, but for the show his team put on. He saw more than just three points; he saw a plan coming together.
“We were full of energy and enthusiasm,” Seabra told reporters. “Right from the start, we wanted to be in charge.” The team wasted no time, finding the net early. It felt like a natural outcome of their strong play. It was a well-deserved victory.
Seabra talked about his players. Arnau, for instance, had to leave at halftime after picking up a card. Tunde, despite often being left upfront for counter-attacks, still did his job in building play. He made sure the team moved the ball well. Lee shone between the lines. He added strength to both defense and attack. Nais really grew into the game. He showed everyone what he can do. Mateo came on later to help protect their lead.
The coach then explained a key tactical move. “Tunde wasn’t always closing down defensively,” Seabra noted. “We saw a chance to push the ball forward there.” The idea was simple: get the full-back wide to create a two-on-one situation. Nais would then move inside. “It worked out great,” Seabra said, clearly pleased. “We created a lot of chances in the second half, especially down that wing.”
While leading the league feels nice, Seabra downplayed its importance. “Being at the top right now doesn’t mean much,” he stressed. “What truly matters is how we managed to score those three goals.” It was a statement about their attacking power and smart play. Arouca showed they mean business, proving that good football often writes its own stories.