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Sporting Lisbon, thriving even without Ruben Amorim, delivered a resounding 6-0 victory in the Portuguese Cup, setting the stage for their Champions League showdown against Arsenal.
Sporting Lisbon, the reigning Portuguese champions, are showing no signs of slowing down despite the recent departure of their influential coach, Ruben Amorim. Amorim, who played a pivotal role in Sporting’s resurgence, left to join Manchester United, but the team he built continues to dominate under interim management.
Last night, Sporting crushed Amarante 6-0 in the Portuguese Cup, extending their remarkable scoring run to 22 goals in five matches. The victory serves as a confidence booster ahead of a much tougher test: a Champions League clash with Arsenal in just three days.
The upcoming match against Arsenal will be a litmus test for Sporting’s stability after Amorim’s departure. Sporting has excelled in Europe this season, boasting three wins and a draw, enough to secure second place in their group. Their defensive record is particularly impressive, with only two goals conceded, ranking among the best in the competition.
As they prepare for the showdown with the Gunners, Sporting's interim management will hope their attacking form and defensive solidity carry over into the high-stakes encounter. A strong performance against Arsenal would affirm that the Portuguese giants remain a formidable force, even without their former coach.