Francisco J. Marques praises Farioli, takes aim at Villas-Boas | OneFootball

Francisco J. Marques, former communications director of FC Porto, took advantage of the break for national teams and the closing of the transfer market to assess the current situation of the Dragons. In his statements, he highlighted the appointment of Francesco Farioli as the head coach but launched harsh criticisms at André Villas-Boas's management as president.

J. Marques emphasized that Farioli's selection has restored FC Porto's “pleasure in playing football,” praising the ambition and visible evolution of the team. He also recalled the victory at Alvalade as proof of the new playing identity that the coach has instilled.

Regarding the transfer market, the former director acknowledged the quality of the signings and the club's ability to attract young talents, citing Victor Froholdt and comparing his impact to that of Éder Militão. Nevertheless, he criticized the timing of the investment: “Why did we have to endure the humiliation of the Club World Cup and the defeats against Benfica?”

In the financial chapter, Francisco J. Marques accused AVB of not generating significant new revenues, pointing to the increase in ticket prices and season tickets as the main additional source of income. He also warned about the burden of the 115 million loan over 25 years: “There is no economic miracle, just kicking the can down the road.”

Finally, he criticized the absence of a reaction from FC Porto's management after the assaults on Porto players at Alvalade. For J. Marques, the lack of public defense of the athletes translates into a “Stockholm Syndrome” regarding Lisbon clubs, a behavior that, in his opinion, entails high sporting costs.

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