Cup final lost to second-division Torreense
Sporting fell 2–1 to Torreense in the Taça de Portugal final at the Jamor (1) (7). A second-division side taking the trophy is a historic first in Portuguese football, and it stings. Your team had the chance to lift back-to-back cups for only the fourth time in club history, but Torreense simply wanted it more. This one will hurt for a long time.
Fans clash with police, confront players after whistle
Ten people were arrested and 26 identified by police after the final (1) (4). Supporters hurled insults at Rui Borges and the players in the aftermath, and scuffles broke out with authorities. Meanwhile, one fan confronted Trincão directly, sparking a heated argument with the player's father in the stands (5). The anger is real, and it spilled over everywhere.
Alisson says goodbye
Alisson posted what reads like a farewell message on social media, hinting his time at Alvalade is up (6). No official confirmation yet, but the 'arrivederci' tone is hard to misinterpret. Another departure looks imminent in a summer already bracing for big changes.
Alvalade renovation enters second phase
Work has begun on the next stage of stadium upgrades, with changes planned across multiple stands (3). The project is moving forward, though after Sunday, matchday atmosphere may need more than structural fixes to recover its spark.
Fan-reaktioner
The mood on Reddit is raw. Fans are calling it a historic embarrassment, with sharp criticism aimed at Rui Borges' tactical setup, particularly the shift away from the 3-4-3 that the squad was built for. Some threads read like full season post-mortems, picking over a summer transfer window that left the squad short and a campaign that never truly clicked. Read the full discussion here.