Pre-season 2026

[Dogtanian]

Gives a chance for the youth to shine and maybe a couple of them can impress.

[cdbearsfan]

Sure. But that feels more like a jolly at Kidderminster or Telford type thing, then play teams like Porto closer to the start of the season. Still, doesn't really matter too much I suppose. I will rely on RCF's knowledge of Primeira Liga to let us know how many first-teamers Porto have selected and whether it might be worthwhile getting a bet on them...

[Dogtanian]

I see where you are coming from. God only knows how friendlies are decided outside of the mega-bucks deals.

I can't imagine Porto or Villa are going to pay the other, so it must be mutually convenient for both of us.