Porto Assert Their Dominance

FC Porto confirmed their status as heavy favorites in the Taça de Portugal after cruising to a 4-0 victory over CD Celoricense in the tournament’s third round. The match, played in northern Portugal, highlighted the clear gap in quality between the two sides, with Porto controlling the game from start to finish.

The scoring opened early through defender Jan Bednarek, who pounced on a loose ball inside the box in the 9th minute to give the “Dragons” a quick lead. From that moment, Francesco Farioli’s team dictated the tempo and limited the home side’s attacking chances.

Despite Celoricense’s effort and determination, they couldn’t cope with the visitors’ technical precision and tactical superiority. Every Porto attack carried danger, and the gap widened in the second half thanks to a standout performance from Samu Aghehowa.

Aghehowa Steals the Show With a Hat-Trick

Forward Samu Aghehowa was the star of the night, scoring three goals in just ten minutes (63’, 71’, 73’) to seal the win and eliminate any hope of a comeback. The Nigerian striker showed lethal finishing, intelligent movement, and confidence inside the box — a display that will surely boost his standing within FC Porto’s squad.

A Statement Win for the Dragons

The victory sends FC Porto through to the next round and reaffirms their position as one of the top contenders for the Portuguese Cup title. Beyond the result, the team demonstrated cohesion, focus, and clinical finishing — hallmarks of a side determined to compete on all fronts this season.

For CD Celoricense, the defeat ends their cup journey but leaves behind valuable experience against one of the country’s most successful clubs. Their effort and commitment were applauded by the home crowd, who recognized the challenge of facing such an elite opponent.