Sporting CP
UEFA Champions LeagueSeason Statistics
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Team Overview
Sporting CP stands as one of Portugal's most prestigious football institutions, renowned for their exceptional youth development system that has produced generations of world-class talent. The Lisbon-based club has built a reputation as a breeding ground for technical, skillful players who often go on to achieve international stardom. Historically, Sporting has been a consistent force in Portuguese football, regularly competing for domestic titles and establishing themselves as genuine contenders in European competitions.
Under Rui Borges, Sporting CP has demonstrated solid form in the current UEFA Champions League campaign, though their record reveals some intriguing patterns. With 6 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses from 11 matches, they've shown they can compete at the highest level while maintaining an attacking philosophy that has yielded 22 goals scored. Their goal difference of +7 reflects a team that creates chances and finds the net regularly, though the 15 goals conceded suggests some defensive vulnerabilities that opponents have been able to exploit.
The statistics paint a picture of a team with a stark home-away contrast that highlights both their strengths and areas for improvement. Sporting's home record of 5 wins from 6 matches demonstrates their ability to leverage familiar surroundings and crowd support effectively. However, their away form tells a different story, with just 1 win from 5 matches, indicating struggles to impose their style on unfamiliar territory. This inconsistency, reflected in their alternating recent form, suggests a team capable of brilliant performances but still searching for the consistency needed to challenge Europe's elite on a sustained basis.
Squad (39 players)
Goalkeepers (4)
Defenders (14)
Midfielders (12)
Attackers (9)
Player Statistics
2025/26 Season| # | Player | Pos | Rating | Apps | Goals | Assists | Mins | Tackles | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | |
FW | 11 | 5 | 2 | 866 | 7 | 184 | |
| 17 | |
MF | 10 | 4 | 3 | 871 | 14 | 341 | |
| 20 | |
DF | 10 | 2 | 1 | 890 | 38 | 316 | |
| 10 | |
MF | 10 | 1 | 1 | 701 | 6 | 271 | |
| 25 | |
DF | 10 | 1 | 0 | 866 | 9 | 727 | |
| 5 | |
MF | 10 | 0 | 1 | 389 | 8 | 232 | |
| 1 | |
GK | 10 | 0 | 0 | 930 | 0 | 282 | |
| 22 | |
DF | 10 | 0 | 0 | 920 | 20 | 434 | |
| 42 | |
MF | 9 | 0 | 0 | 820 | 18 | 598 | |
| 52 | |
MF | 9 | 0 | 0 | 641 | 11 | 276 | |
| 26 | |
DF | 8 | 1 | 0 | 524 | 7 | 411 | |
| 8 | |
MF | 7 | 1 | 1 | 461 | 3 | 188 | |
| 72 | |
DF | 6 | 0 | 0 | 360 | 9 | 295 | |
| 23 | |
MF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 154 | 3 | 49 | |
| 89 | |
FW | 5 | 0 | 1 | 203 | 3 | 39 | |
| 7 | |
MF | 5 | 2 | 2 | 387 | 4 | 146 | |
| 13 | |
DF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 167 | 4 | 92 | |
| 6 | |
DF | 4 | 0 | 0 | 179 | 1 | 138 | |
| 11 | |
DF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 79 | 3 | 48 | |
| 91 | |
DF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 87 | 2 | 8 | |
| 14 | |
MF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 62 | 0 | 54 | |
| 15 | |
FW | 2 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 14 | |
| 90 | |
FW | 2 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 4 | |
| 70 | |
DF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 5 | |
| 12 | |
GK | 1 | 0 | 0 | 90 | 0 | 20 | |
| 31 | |
MF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 0 | 31 | |
| 49 | |
DF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
Recent Transfers
2024/25 & 2025/26Arrivals (31)
Departures (43)
Injuries & Availability
Impact Analysis
Sporting CP faces a significant injury crisis with five key players currently unavailable, creating notable depth concerns across multiple positions. The loss of N. Santos, I. Fresneda, F. Ioannidis, G. Quenda, and Luis Guilherme represents a substantial blow to the squad's overall quality and tactical flexibility. The injuries span various areas of the pitch, with muscle, knee, foot, and ankle problems highlighting the physical demands placed on the squad.
The diversity of these injuries suggests Sporting will need to rely heavily on their remaining squad members and potentially adjust their tactical approach to compensate for the absent personnel. F. Ioannidis's knee injury and Luis Guilherme's ankle problem appear particularly concerning given the nature of these injuries, while I. Fresneda's muscle issue adds to the defensive concerns alongside N. Santos's unavailability. G. Quenda's foot injury further compounds the selection headaches. With no players currently listed as doubtful, the coaching staff at least has clarity on their available options, but the sheer number of absentees will test the squad's depth and resilience in upcoming fixtures.
Recent Form
Form Analysis
Sporting CP's recent form presents a mixed picture across their last five fixtures, with three victories balanced against two defeats. Their 60% win rate demonstrates competitive quality, though the losses highlight areas of concern against strong opposition. The Portuguese side has shown attacking intent with nine goals scored, averaging nearly two goals per game, but defensive vulnerabilities have emerged with seven goals conceded across these matches.
The form pattern reveals interesting dynamics in Sporting's performances. Their victories have been decisive, including an impressive away win at Alverca and a high-scoring home triumph over Santa Clara that showcased their offensive capabilities. However, both defeats came by narrow margins, suggesting competitive performances even in loss. The home defeat to Arsenal and away loss to Bodo/Glimt indicate potential struggles against European-level opposition, while their domestic results appear more consistent. The clean sheet victory at Estrela demonstrates their defensive potential when concentrated, contrasting with the more open exchanges in other fixtures. This inconsistency between solid defensive displays and more porous performances suggests a team still finding their optimal balance between attack and defense across different competition levels.
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