Marítimo vs FC Porto | Highlights | Liga Portugal
FC Porto were pushed to the limit by Marítimo and had to fight back from behind. A late goal secured another victory for the Dragons, keeping their perfect Liga Portugal record intact.
FC Porto defeated Marítimo 2-1 to make it eight wins from eight matches in Liga Portugal. The hosts struck first through Gábor Szalai in the 16th minute, before Victor Froholdt equalized in the 42nd. With time running out, Oskar Pietuszewski scored the winner in the 84th minute, securing all three points and preserving Porto's flawless start to the league campaign.
How Maritimo Comes Into the Match
Maritimo enters the weekend 11th in the standings with eight points from seven games. Its record since returning to the Portuguese top flight stands at two wins, two draws and three defeats.
The Madeira club won the 2025-26 Liga Portugal 2 title to earn promotion but has now gone five league matches without a victory.
Its most recent outing ended in a 1-1 away draw against Gil Vicente. Murilo de Souza put the hosts ahead early before Israel Ayuma rescued a point for Maritimo with an equalizer in the third minute of stoppage time.
How FC Porto Comes Into the Match
FC Porto has been flawless in the league so far. The Dragons lead the standings with a perfect 21 points from seven matches, having scored 18 goals and conceded only three.
Their most recent league game was also one of the biggest fixtures of the season, as Porto defeated Benfica 3-1 in O Clássico.
Gabri Veiga opened the scoring before Alexander Bah equalized for the Eagles. Victor Froholdt quickly restored Porto's advantage, and substitute Hwang In-Beom added the third to preserve the leaders' perfect start.
The Perfect Leader Visits a Newly Promoted Side
The standings illustrate the different starts made by the two teams. FC Porto arrives in first place with 21 points, while Maritimo sits 11th on eight.
For the hosts, Saturday's match offers an opportunity to end a five-game winless run and earn a major result in front of their supporters. The Dragons, meanwhile, will be chasing an eighth consecutive league victory as they look to protect their advantage at the top of Liga Portugal.
Match Details
Match: Maritimo vs FC Porto
Competition: Liga Portugal Betclic
Matchday: 8
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Kickoff: 13:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT
Stadium: Estádio do Marítimo
City: Funchal, Portugal
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