Sporting’s women’s team showed they are ready for action. They faced Racing Power in their last warm-up match on Friday. The Lions delivered a strong performance, winning by a score of 4-1. This final friendly game was a vital chance to fine-tune things before the new season officially begins.
The team’s attack was sharp, with Telma Encarnação, Beatriz Fonseca, and Ana Capeta all finding the net. An own goal from Racing Power also added to Sporting’s tally. Coach Micael Sequeira saw his players execute their game plan well, building confidence at just the right moment.
This big win comes just before Sporting takes on a huge challenge. On Thursday, they travel to Rome. There, they will play the first leg of the third pre-qualifying round for the Champions League. This victory against Racing Power sends a clear message: Sporting is prepared for European football.
The starting lineup featured a mix of experience and talent. These players were given the task of setting the pace early on:
- Catarina Potra
- Beatriz Fonseca
- Georgia Eaton-Collins
- Ashley Barron
- Mackenzie Cherry
- Carla Armengol
- Daniela Arques
- Cláudia Neto
- Flor Bonsegundo
- Ana Capeta
- Telma Encarnação
As the game went on, several players came off the bench to add fresh legs and test different combinations. This showed the depth available to Coach Sequeira. The players who entered during the match included:
- Julia Wozniak
- Madison Haugen
- Brenda Pérez
- Joana Martins
- Érica Cancelinha
- Carolina Santiago
- Jeneva Hernandez-Gray
- Matilde Nave
- Carolina Pimenta
- Íris Fernandes