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Porto FC's defender exits Estadio do Dragao with multiple complaints in his left knee, ultimately being replaced by Zaidu. The young player appears to have suffered a severe injury.

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2025 August 27 . 2:05 AM

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FC Porto Suffers Double Injury Blow in Liga Season Opener

In a disappointing turn of events for FC Porto, central defender Jan Bednarek and left-back Francesco Farioli both had to leave the pitch during the club's opening game of the 2025/26 I Liga season against Vitoria SC.

The injury to Jan Bednarek occurred approximately ten minutes after Farioli's injury, which took place after a midfield challenge. Farioli immediately grabbed his left knee in pain, and the Dragao crowd applauded as he was carried off the pitch.

Zaidu replaced Farioli at the 56th minute of the game, but there are no updates on his status following the match. Medical exams are needed to assess the extent of both players' injuries, with the severity of Farioli's injury yet to be determined. The nature and severity of Jan Bednarek's injury are also yet to be reported.

Prpic replaced Jan Bednarek at some point in the game, but the specific event or challenge that caused his injury remains unclear. The article does not provide any details about the game itself, beyond it being part of the 2025/26 I Liga season.

It's worth noting that Francesco Farioli is currently FC Porto's coach, and there is no indication that he suffered any injury during the match.

Official FC Porto communications or reliable sports news outlets may provide more details about the injury status of both players in the future. For now, fans and football enthusiasts are left hoping for a speedy recovery for both Jan Bednarek and Francesco Farioli.