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Sa Pinto is the best choice for Sporting Lisbon, says Jose Dominguez
Jose Dominguez claims that his close friend Ricardo da Pinto is the ideal choice for the Lions, as he has always harboured dreams of becoming the club’s manager. The Sportinguistas recently parted ways with Domingos Paciencia after the...Show More Summary
Sporting Lisbon fire coach Domingos Paciencia
Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon have sacked manager Domingos Paciencia after a series of below-par displays by the side. The Lions were amongst the biggest spenders in the Primeira Liga last summer but failed to mount a title challenge...Show More Summary
Sporting Lisbon will not sack Domingos Paciencia
Sporting Lisbon president Godinho Lopes has ruled out any chances of the club sacking under-fire manager Domingos Paciencia. The Lions’ season has been a topsy-turvy ride so far. Initially their summer spending spree showed a lot ofShow More Summary
Sporting Lisbon lose at Maritimo; Benfica hit Nacional for 4
Maritimo 2 – Sporting Lisbon 0 (Liga Sagres, February 11, 2012) Benfica 4 – Nacional 1 (Liga Sagres, February 11, 2012)
Paciencia to snub pre-match press conference ahead of Maritimo tie
Sporting Lisbon coach Domingos Paciencia will not hold his usual pre-match press conference before the crunch game against Maritimo according to reports. The tactician joined Estadio Jose Alvalade last summer and immediately began a wave of spending spree that was quite unheard of in the Primeira Liga. Show More Summary
Sporting Lisbon reach the Taca de Portugal final after aggregate win over Nacional
Nacional 1 – Sporting Lisbon 3 (Agg. 3-5) (Taca de Portugal semi-final second leg, February 8, 2012) Fabian Rinaudo had put Sporting ahead. Diego Barcellos equalised but a Ricky van Wolfswinkel penalty and a late solo special from Joao Pereira sealed the victory.
Both parties will benefit from Yannick Djalo';s move, says Laszlo Bölöni
Former Sporting Lisbon coach Laszlo Bölöni claims that both the club and player will reap the benefits of Yannick Djalo’s transfer to Benfica. The forward signed for the Reds this winter, after becoming surplus to requirements at Estadio Jose Alvalade. Show More Summary
Lecce confirms Valeri Bojinov loan deal
Italian side Lecce have agreed to sign Sporting Lisbon’s Valeri Bojinov on loan according to a statement released on their website. The Bulgarian International has unceremoniously departed Estadio Jose Alvalade after infuriating theShow More Summary
Benfica sign Yannick Djalo – Primeira Liga News
Portuguese giants Benfica have secured the services of former Sporting Lisbon forward Yannick Djalo on a Bosman transfer. The Reds have been eyeing several targets this winter, as they look to add more depth to their squad. Jorge Jesus’...Show More Summary
Onyewu heads Sporting to their 1st win of the year against Beira Mar
Sporting Lisbon 2 – Beira Mar 0 (Liga Sagres, January 29, 2012) American centre half Oguchi Onyewu headed Sporting in front early in the first half, and Onyewu doubled the hosts’ lead with an almost carbon copy goal from a free-kick in the 23rd as the Lisbon giants claimed their first win of 2012.
Racing Santander ruled out of a move for Valeri Bojinov
Spanish side Racing Santander have been priced out of a move for Sporting Lisbon’s Valeri Bojinov, as the club do not have the necessary finances to secure his signature. Bulgarian International, Valeri Bojinov, has been put up for sale...Show More Summary
FC Porto looking to acquire Liedson on loan
Portuguese giants FC Porto are reportedly looking to acquire former Sporting Lisbon forward Liedson on loan, as a move for Jackson Martinez and Teofilo Gutierrez has been ruled out due to financial reasons. The Portistas have been on the look for a striker ever since the summer departure of Radamel Falcao to Atletico Madrid. Show More Summary
Stijn Schaars not thinking of leaving, says agent
According to his agent, Sporting Lisbon’s Stijn Schaars does not want to leave the club and is looking to regain his form, so that he can be in contention for a berth in the Netherlands team. The midfielder has unable to churn out the...Show More Summary
Everton looking to sign Sporting Lisbon's Adrien Silva
English Premier League side Everton are reportedly looking to sign Sporting Lisbon’s Adrien Silva, who plays for Academica on loan. The midfielder has been unable to cement his place at Estadio Jose Alvalade and has been continually farmed out to gain experience over the years. Show More Summary
Fiorentina and Trabzonspor looking to sign Valeri Bojinov
Italian giants Fiorentina and their Turkish counterparts Trabzonspor have expressed an interest in acquiring Sporting Lisbon’s Valeri Bojinov. The Bulgarian has found himself in a tight situation at Estadio Jose Alvalade as he facesShow More Summary
I am not paying attention to other clubs, says Ricky van Wolfswinkel
Sporting Lisbon’s Ricky van Wolfswinkel claims that although there are several clubs interested in signing him, he is not paying attention to any of them and claimed that he wanted to see out his contract at Estadio Jose Alvalade. The...Show More Summary
Sporting stay winless in 2012 drawing at Olhanense
Olhanense 0 – Sporting Lisbon 0 (Liga Sagres, January 23, 2012) Sporting fell further behind Braga and Maritimo tonight with a goalless draw at Olhanense, but it would have been worse for the Lions had Rui Patricio not produced a fabulous double save to deny Wilson Eduardo and Yontcha late on. The draw leaves Sporting [...]
Bust-up at Bury as teammates Schumacher & Coke fight over a penalty vs Yeovil
Unlike last Thursday’s incident involving Sporting Lisbon duo Valeri Bojinov and Matias Fernandez, at least on this occasion the ball was eventually planted in the back of the net. Bury’s Gigg Lane witnessed a bizarre spectacle on Saturday...Show More Summary
Sporting Lisbon to take disciplinary action against Valeri Bojinov
Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon have decided to take disciplinary action against Valeri Bojinov, after the player forcefully took a penalty against Moreirense but failed to convert it. The Bulgarian, who signed from Parma in the summer,...Show More Summary
Top Five forwards in the Primeira Liga this season
With the season reaching its mid-way mark, Bettor.com analyzes the best five forwards that have been leading lights for their respective clubs uptil now. 5. Ricky van Wolfswinkel (Sporting Lisbon) The summer arrival from FC Utrecht has a strong case for being the signing for the season. Show More Summary