AVB to attack the Golden Dragons: “We will not leave FC Porto defenseless”

O president of FC Porto, André Villas-Boas, took advantage, this Wednesday, of the opening speech of the Golden Dragons gala, which takes place at the Super Bock Arena, in the Invicta City, to send a series of ‘redirected’ directed, especially the way it considers that the club is treated, by the media.

“ Defending this institution requires firmness inside and outside the field. We accept criticism, scrutiny and difference of opinion, but we will not accept that respect for FC Porto depends on the convenience of those who speak. We do not ask to be spared the difficult questions; we ask that they be asked to all with the same rigour ", he said.

“ To whom it informs and comments, we demand that it distinguishes the facts of preferences, the criticism of insinuation and the opinion of militancy often clubistic. The criteria cannot change depending on the sweater. We will not allow the noise to distract us, but also we will not leave the club defenseless ", added.

“ We want to be national football champions again”

André Villas-Boas has not yet forgotten the titles won in the most varied modalities, including football, where, he stressed, there is work to be done: “We want to be national football champions again and win again in the modalities. This requires attention to detail, concentration and humility to always correct what is wrong.”.

“ To our coach, Francesco Farioli, his merit lies not only in the method and knowledge of the game, but also in the ability to unite, listen and make each player believe in the importance of his contribution. The title reflects the competence of its technical team and the rigour of your work and the excellent human management of fundamental elements daily of a football team ", stressed.

“The trust and connection that this family has created with him also recognizes his humanity. A year ago, we expressed our conviction in this choice. Today we thank you for the way you honored her, knowing that you are the first to demand even more ", completed the one who, in time, was also the coach of the blue and white emblem.

“ The difficulty of paying an Annual Place never diminishes the place of a partner in FC Porto”

In conclusion, FC Porto’s top leader made a point of leaving a special word to “near 190,000 partners”: “It’s an answer that makes us proud and responsible, because growing up can’t mean getting away from people. The changes that this time took place in the Annual Places asked for understanding and a financial effort that we know how much it costs in the lives of so many families.”.

“ We appreciate that trust and we have an obligation to repay it with a better service, closer and, of course, with more titles. We do not forget who could not renew, often after decades of presence. The difficulty of paying an Annual Place never diminishes the place of a partner in FC Porto ", pointed out.

“Whoever receives a Golden Dragon, we ask that it remain a reference. The example of a career, the seriousness of a job or the dedication of a life can inspire those who now begin. This recognition does not close your connection to the Club, gives it even more meaning ", concluded.