Sporting CP
Estádio José Alvalade · Est. 1906
Sporting CP's 2025/2026 Primeira Liga Campaign
Sporting CP enjoyed a robust campaign in the 2025/2026 Primeira Liga, finishing in a strong second place with 82 points from 34 matches. Their record was impressive, with 25 wins, 7 draws, and only 2 losses. The team demonstrated attacking flair and defensive solidity, scoring 89 goals while conceding just 24, resulting in a goal difference of +65.
At home, Sporting were formidable, winning 13 games and keeping 10 clean sheets, while away from home they remained unbeaten, with 12 wins and 5 draws, conceding 13 goals. This balance between attack and defence was a hallmark of their season, highlighted by a sturdy defence that contributed to 15 clean sheets overall.
Looking ahead, Sporting CP will aim to build on this strong foundation, seeking to convert their near misses into trophies and continue their ascent in Portuguese football. The campaign has set an encouraging platform for the challenges to come.
Points trajectory
Manager
Rui Borges
Portugal
Season at a glance
Streaks
Last result
Next match
Primeira Liga table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  FC Porto | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +13 | 18 |
| 2 |  Benfica | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | +17 | 16 |
| 3 |  Sporting CP | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +9 | 14 |
| 4 |  Santa Clara | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | +7 | 14 |
UEFA Champions League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Aston Villa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 30 |  Slavia Praha | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 | Sporting CP | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 32 |  VfB Stuttgart | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Sporting CP's 2025/2026 Primeira Liga Form
Sporting CP have been impressively consistent throughout the 2025/2026 Primeira Liga campaign, dropping very few points overall. Their record boasts 25 wins, 7 draws, and only 2 defeats across 34 matches, showing a resilience that's kept them firmly in the title race.
The points lost by Sporting have come more often via draws than defeats. With 7 draws compared to just 2 losses, it’s clear that while they rarely falter, they occasionally settle for a share rather than all three points. Their defence has been rock-solid, conceding only 24 goals and keeping 15 clean sheets, while their potent attack has netted 89 goals.
Their home and away form is balanced too, with 13 home wins and 12 on the road. Despite the absence of a noted winning streak, the overall consistency and few setbacks underline a campaign marked by dependable performances rather than spectacular hot streaks.
Statistics
Home / Away splits
Biggest results
- Biggest home win3-1
- Biggest away win0-4
Week-by-week trends
team vs league avg (dashed)Team Intelligence
Form & Record▾
Last 6 competitive
Injuries▾
No current injuries reported
Advanced Metrics▾
Current Streaks
Competitive matches only
Scored in their last 5 games
Conceded in 3 of last 5 games
Clean sheet in 2 of last 5 games
Won 4 of last 5 games
No active streak
Drew 1 in a row
No active streak
Top Performers▾
Top Scorers
Sporting CP: Home versus Away Analysis
Sporting CP have been a force both at home and on the road in the 2025/2026 Primeira Liga campaign, but there are some telling contrasts. At home, they’ve been quite the fortress, scoring 51 goals and conceding just 11, with a tidy 10 clean sheets to their name. Away from the Estádio José Alvalade, the story is slightly different: they’ve managed 38 goals but conceded a few more, 13, and kept only 5 clean sheets.
This suggests Sporting's attacking verve thrives regardless of venue, though their defensive solidity is more pronounced at home. Their ability to avoid defeat away—remaining unbeaten with 12 wins and 5 draws—reflects a well-drilled side that adapts effectively. In sum, Sporting CP combine home comfort with away resilience, a balance that has propelled them to second place and 82 points.
Fipster's Record with Sporting CP
Fipster’s prediction model is still building a record on Sporting CP this season, having made just one scored prediction so far. That solitary effort earned a tick, indicating a solid call but no star-worthy brilliance just yet. It’s early days for the model’s insights into Sporting’s campaign, so expect a few more predictions to really gauge its accuracy with the Primeira Liga runners-up in 2025/2026.
Venue
Estádio José Alvalade
Squad
| # | Player | Pos | Apps | G | A | Mins | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rui SilvaGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 30 |  KaiqueGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 41 |  Diego CallaiGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 99 |  Francisco SilvaGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | — | — | — | — | — |
| 6 |  Z. DebastDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 11 |  Nuno SantosDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 13 |  G. VagiannidisDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 20 |  M. AraújoDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 22 |  Iván FresnedaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 23 |  M. ZekriDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 25 |  Gonçalo InácioDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 38 |  D. GueyeDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 50 |  Rodrigo DiasDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 55 |  Ibrahima BaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 70 | Salvador BlopaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 72 |  Eduardo QuaresmaDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 4 |  S. AndersenMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 5 |  Sergi AltimiraMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 10 |  Geny CatamoMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 17 |  R. ZalazarMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 21 |  Pedro LimaMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 31 |  Luis GuilhermeMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 52 |  João SimõesMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 73 |  Eduardo FelicíssimoMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 77 |  I. DoumbiaMidfielder | Midfielder | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7 |  F. IoannidisAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 9 |  Rafael Ferreira NelAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 19 |  N. IrankundaAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 28 |  J. DerryAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 57 |  C. GrombahiAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 58 | Flávio GonçalvesAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 78 |  Mauro CoutoAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 82 |  Gabriel SilvaAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 88 |  BiduAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 97 |  L. SuárezAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
Fixtures
Latest News
Headlines link to the publisher
Sam Surridge in stoppage time denies Messi and Miami a win: MLS roundup
Sporting KC end a long winless run v LAFC Charlotte and Cincy play a six-goal thriller Griezmann on target in Orlando City win Sam Surridge scored an equalizer in the first minute of second-half stoppage time for visiting Nashville SC, who played Inter Miami to a 2-2 draw on Saturday evening. Surridge’s goal, his second of the evening and 15th of the season, came after Shak Mohammed’s shot…
Farke’s blueprint for revitalised Leeds continues upward trajectory
Leeds manager embraces bravery and is encouraging ambition after leading a remarkable turnaround in fortunes Eleven years have passed since Daniel Farke mounted a magnificent palomino horse and rode round the perimeter of the pitch at Lippstadt, waving farewell to a capacity crowd. It seemed a fun way for the lower-tier German club’s centre-forward turned manager and sporting director to say…
Gordon a better fit for Barca than Rashford - Deco
Barcelona sporting director Deco says Anthony Gordon's style was a better fit for Hansi Flick's side than Marcus Rashford's as the club strengthened their squad in the summer.
Sporting come from behind to beat Galatasaray in opening round
Sporting began their Champions League campaign by coming from behind to claim a 3-1 victory over Turkish Super Lig side Galatasaray.
Newcastle admit they started planning for Eddie Howe’s exit at start of year
Sporting director disappointed to lose Bruno Guimarães Manchester United target Lewis Hall agrees new contract Newcastle’s sporting director, Ross Wilson, has revealed he began planning at the start of this year for Eddie Howe’s departure . Howe stepped down as manager in late July and the club turned to Matthias Jaissle, who had been identified as the preferred successor. Continue reading...
Newcastle chief: Summer was 'not chaotic' with Howe exit prepared for
Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson says they were "prepared for a number of months" for Eddie Howe's exit in a summer that "never felt chaotic".
Newcastle were 'preparing for months' for Howe departure
Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson says the club were preparing for former head coach Eddie Howe's departure for up to nine months.
Who will be new Liverpool sporting director - and what issues do they face?
The possible candidates to succeed Richard Hughes - plus the numerous tasks facing Liverpool's next sporting director.
Richard Hughes confirmed as Al-Hilal sporting director after Liverpool departure
Hughes joins Saudi exodus after two years at Anfield Martinelli, Summerville and Watkins are at Al-Hilal Richard Hughes has been appointed as the sporting director of Al-Hilal, the Saudi Pro League club confirmed on Sunday, following his departure from Liverpool . Hughes, 47, joined Liverpool in 2024 from Bournemouth. He appointed Arne Slot as Jürgen Klopp’s successor as head coach, a…
Hughes steps down as Liverpool sporting director
Richard Hughes steps down from his position as sporting director of Liverpool and is set to join Saudi side Al-Hilal.
Liverpool look for new sporting director after Richard Hughes formally leaves
Hughes in line for similar role at Saudi club Al-Hilal FSG president Mike Gordon leads search for successor Liverpool are searching for a fourth sporting director in four years after confirming that Richard Hughes has stepped down from the role. Hughes’s departure has been long expected, with the 47-year-old in line to take up a similar position with the Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal. He…
Bartley & Martindale set for reunion as Livingston host Stenhousemuir - watch on BBC Scotland
Stenhousemuir manager Marvin Bartley reveals he has not spoken to Livingston sporting director David Martindale since resigning from the club at the end of last season, with the sides set to meet in Friday's BBC Scotland TV match.
'Chaos' - An EFL transfer deadline day like no other
Norwich City sporting director and Colchester United manager discuss the rarity of deadline day falling on the same day as matches.
What does Savinho's £75m move reveal about Man City's multi-club model?
Does Savinho's £75m move from Manchester City to Tottenham represent a sporting success for the Abu Dhabi-owned club?
Championship excellent place to discover talent - Espanyol's Monchi
Espanyol sporting director Monchi explains why he believes England's Championship is an undervalued source of talent, and outlines his ambitions to restore Espanyol to the top end of Spanish football.
Running dry: drought-hit UK sporting venues and parched pitches – in pictures
With the UK experiencing the driest summer on record, we look at how the weather is affecting the pitches and courses across the country Continue reading...
Transfer roundup: Nottingham Forest seal £34m deal for Sporting’s Diomande
Fulham sign Shea Charles from Saints for £30m Chelsea’s Filip Jorgensen moves to Strasbourg on loan Nottingham Forest have signed Côte d’Ivoire defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £34.2m. The 22-year-old centre-half, who featured in the Côte d’Ivoire’s World Cup squad, has agreed a four-year deal with Forest, who have an option for a further year.…
Forest sign Sporting's Ivory Coast defender Diomande
Nottingham Forest sign Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande from Portuguese club Sporting for a reported £34m.
Nottingham Forest sign defender Diomande in £34m deal
Nottingham Forest have signed Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande from Sporting on a four-year deal.
Emotional Guimaraes wanted Arsenal move, says Newcastle chief
Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson says the club did not plan to sell Bruno Guimaraes, but their "very emotional" captain wanted to join Arsenal.