Diogo Costa warns about respecting Torreense and recalls Sporting.

Diogo Costa, captain of FC Porto, issued a warning to his team ahead of their clash with Torreense in the Super Cup, emphasizing the need to respect their opponents, who are the holders of the Taça de Portugal. The goalkeeper referred to the match as an opportunity to showcase the quality of the Porto squad, highlighting Torreense's motivation, which, according to him, will enter the field with the ambition to surprise, as they did against Sporting, winning 2-1 in May.

Diogo Costa's remarks reflect a mindset focused on humility and competitiveness, stressing that, despite their status as national champions, the team should not be carried away by the past. “Our mindset is always not to think about what we did in the past. Thinking about that is the first step to slipping up. What was done in the past is the past. We want to bring many more titles to FC Porto,” the goalkeeper stated.

In a special moment of his career, Diogo Costa is preparing to complete his 300th game for the first team, where he could lift his 11th trophy. “I didn't even know it was game 300, but I feel very honored. I'm a homegrown player, and it’s always a pride and an honor to continue representing the club of my heart,” he said, expressing his emotional connection to FC Porto.

Despite having a deep commitment to the club, the 26-year-old goalkeeper made it clear that he cannot promise his future. “As everyone knows, no player or coach can decide the future. We never know what tomorrow holds. But this is the club of my heart, I will always give my life for it,” he mentioned, reiterating his dedication while maintaining a degree of uncertainty about what may happen.

Diogo Costa also shared a personal reflection on the unpredictability of a footballer's career, especially after a difficult moment, such as the passing of his grandfather. “My biggest motivation will be to give my best to win the game to honor him, as he would have liked, as a Porto fan he was. I want to make him proud and give him the victory tomorrow,” he concluded, demonstrating the emotional weight he carries into this match. Expectations are high, not only because of the importance of the game but also due to the dedication Costa intends to show in memory of his family member.