Farioli surprises by calling up a forward from the B team for the match against Stuttgart.

In the countdown to a decisive clash in the Europa League, FC Porto is about to embark on a journey that could define its future in the competition. Coach Francesco Farioli announced the call-up of 24 players for the exciting match against Stuttgart, scheduled for Thursday at 5:45 PM. The spotlight is on Tiago Andrade, a young forward from the B team, who has shown promise during training and earned the chance to shine on German soil. Martim Fernandes, who has recovered, also makes the list, but the team suffers a significant blow with the absence of André Miranda, who, after a left thigh injury, will not be able to help the Dragons.

During the morning, FC Porto arrived at Sá Carneiro Airport, where they were greeted by a crowd of fans who seized the opportunity to ask for autographs and take photos with the blue and white team’s idols. The atmosphere was electrifying, reflecting the fans’ passion for the club, which expects a top performance in Germany.

The complete list of call-ups is as follows:

**Goalkeepers**: Diogo Costa, Cláudio Ramos, João Costa.

**Defenders**: Alberto Costa, Martim Fernandes, Francisco Moura, Zaidu, Thiago Silva, Bednarek, Kiwior, Prpic.

**Midfielders**: Alan Varela, Pablo Rosario, Gabri Veiga, Rodrigo Mora, Fofana, Froholdt.

**Forwards**: Tiago Andrade, Borja Sainz, Pepê, William Gomes, Gonçalo Sousa, Moffi, Deniz Gül.

With the responsibility of advancing in the competition, Farioli is aware of the mistakes made in the recent match against Benfica, where Porto allowed a turnaround that culminated in a frustrating draw. The coach did not hesitate to highlight the urgent need to correct these flaws, especially how the equalizing goal was conceded. “We have to learn from our mistakes and ensure that this does not happen again,” Farioli stated, emphasizing the importance of a more focused and disciplined approach.

The expectation is that the coach will make some changes to the starting eleven, seeking a balance between experience and youth, especially with the inclusion of Tiago Andrade, who promises to bring freshness and dynamism to the attack. The Dragons are ready to face the upcoming challenge, determined to bring a positive result back to Portugal. The pressure is on, but confidence is palpable among the players, who are determined to show their strength in the Europa League.