Sporting have been handed last season’s semi-finalists and a long trip to Azerbaijan if they want to advance in the Europa League.
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Dramatic day in Primeira Liga title race with the Lisbon Derby and a drastic Porto capitulation
Late goals, an impressive comeback, and VAR controversy - it was a busy day in the Primeira Liga.
Bruno de Carvalho: "I am still the president" as he returned to Alvalade
Bruno de Carvalho returned to Alvalade with document in hand, claiming a court ruled in his favour and that he was still legitimately the president.
Portugal international Gelson Martins joins Atletico Madrid
Gelson Martins has now become an Atletico Madrid player, signing a six year contract with the club.
Look back at Sporting's story: Nani, Bruno Fernandes and Bas Dost return - the end of the Sporting crisis?
Controversial president Bruno de Carvalho left the club last month, triggering Bruno Fernandes to rejoin the club. With him comes experienced international Nani and a new coach. With Sporting seemingly getting back on track, we look back at Sporting’s chaotic season.
Sporting launch attack on Wolverhampton Wanderers for signing of Patricio
Wolves have already signed Portugal’s current number one, but Sporting continue to demand huge levels of compensation for his services.
Nani to return to Sporting for third spell at the club
Nani’s transfer to Sporting will mark the start of his third spell at the Portuguese side, with the experienced winger seen as a replacement for Atletico Madrid-bound Gelson Martins.
William Carvalho on the verge of joining Real Betis
William Carvalho, 26, has taken one step closer to confirming his future and joining Spanish top flight side Real Betis, who achieved a 6th place finish in La Liga last campaign.