FC Porto have matched the best defensive record of the 21st century in the Primeira Liga. Francesco Farioli's team finished the 2025/26 season with 25 clean sheets in 38 games, a historic feat sealed with a 3-0 win over Académico de Viseu at the Fontelo Stadium. The news was first reported by onefootball.com.
How did Porto achieve this defensive milestone?
The record was clinched on the final matchday of the league, on 30 August. Porto not only beat Académico de Viseu but also kept a clean sheet, which had become a hallmark of their entire campaign. Manager Francesco Farioli led the team to this achievement, placing the club among the best defenders in the recent history of the Portuguese championship. Consistency across 38 rounds was the key factor in this outcome.
This historical context gains extra significance when looking at the start of the 2026/27 season. Porto currently sit top of the Primeira Liga with 12 points from four wins in four matches. The team is in impressive form, on a winning streak. You can check the full table on our standings page.
What does this record mean for the team?
Reaching 25 clean sheets in a single season is a demonstration of collective organisation and tactical discipline. Francesco Farioli remarked on the accomplishment, saying: "FC Porto, managed by Francesco Farioli, made history in Portuguese football by beating Académico de Viseu 3-0." The statement, while focused on the specific match, reflects the moment's importance for the club.
The defensive success from last season appears to have built a solid foundation for the present. In this new campaign, Porto not only wins every game but has also yet to concede a goal, scoring nine and letting in none. This defensive continuity is a valuable asset. Details of the squad that achieved this feat are on our squad page.
What is Porto's current league situation?
The club enters September as the outright league leaders, holding a two-point advantage over Sporting CP. Their goal difference stands at +9, strengthening their dominant position. This perfect start puts Porto in a strong position to defend their title.
The next challenge comes on 4 September, at home against Moreirense. The visitors currently sit 10th in the table. This home match will be an opportunity for Porto to extend their unbeaten run and maintain pressure on the chasing pack. All upcoming fixtures can be followed on our fixtures calendar.
The historic defensive record of 2025/26 is not just a milestone of the past. It serves as a psychological and tactical foundation for current ambitions. With an impenetrable defence and a productive attack, FC Porto project confidence for the challenges ahead in this new campaign.
