FC Porto, also known as Futebol Clube do Porto, is a renowned Portuguese football club based in Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city
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. Founded on September 28, 1893, Porto is one of the “Big Three” clubs in Portuguese football, alongside Benfica and Sporting CP
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. The club is affectionately known as Dragões (The Dragons), a nickname inspired by the dragon featured on their crest, symbolizing courage and strength
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Porto plays its home matches at the Estádio do Dragão, a modern stadium opened in 2003 with a seating capacity of approximately 50,000
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. The stadium is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and has hosted numerous high-profile matches, including UEFA competitions and national team fixtures
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The club has a rich history of success both domestically and internationally
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. Domestically, Porto has won the Primeira Liga 30 times, with their most recent triumph coming in the 2021-22 season
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. They have also claimed the Taça de Portugal 20 times and the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira (Portuguese Super Cup) 24 times
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. On the continental stage, Porto boasts an illustrious record, having won the European Cup/Champions League twice—first in 1987 under Artur Jorge and then in 2004 under José Mourinho
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. They lifted the UEFA Cup (now the Europa League) in 2003 and again in 2011
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Porto’s fierce rivalries with Benfica and Sporting CP are the centrepiece of Portuguese football
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. Matches between these clubs, especially the clash with Benfica known as “O Clássico,” draw widespread attention both domestically and internationally
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. The rivalry reflects the historic competition between the north (Porto) and the south (Lisbon)
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In recent times, Porto has faced some challenges, including managerial changes and dips in form
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. The club appointed José Tavares as interim head coach following the dismissal of Vítor Bruno on January 20, 2025
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. Despite these challenges, Porto continues to be a formidable force in Portuguese football and European competitions
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