Porto suffered a blow with Samu's injury in the Classico against Sporting.

The striker suffered a knee ligament injury and may be out for the rest of the season.

What happened?

Samu was substituted at halftime after feeling pain in his knee. The injury was confirmed by the club's doctor and the player will undergo further tests to determine the severity of the injury.

Consequences for Porto

Samu's injury is a blow to Porto, who are leading the Primeira Liga with 88 points. | Statistic | Value | | --- | --- | | League position | 1st | | Points | 88 | | Goals scored | 66 | | Goals conceded | 18 | | Goal difference | +48 | The team has a tough game ahead and Samu's absence may be felt.

What's next?

Porto awaits the results of Samu's tests to determine the player's recovery time. In the meantime, the team is preparing for the next games of the season. With a 6-point lead over Sporting CP, Porto needs to maintain consistency to secure the title.

Impact on the national team

Samu's injury may also affect his chances of playing in the 2026 World Cup. The player has been informed about the injury and awaits the results of the tests to know if he still has a chance to play in the tournament. The situation is worrying for Porto and for the Spanish national team, which counts on Samu as one of its main players. Porto finished the regular season with an impressive campaign: 28 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses in 34 games, with a recent sequence of WLWWW.