The team will hold a training camp in southern Portugal over the coming days

Sporting Clube de Portugal have begun their preseason training camp in Lagos, Algarve, where they will prepare for the 2022/23 season.

After captain Sebastián Coates talked to journalists, the first 15 minutes of the session were opened up to the media and divided the squad into three groups. Coach Rúben Amorim had 30 players with which to work, whilst defender Jeremiah St. Juste continued to undergo treatment.

At the end of training, the squad and coaching staff gathered to send a strong message of support to Daniel Bragança, the midfielder who is now facing a long spell out due to injury.

The captain speaks at the start of the training camp in the Algarve

Before the first training session for Sporting Clube de Portugal in Lagos in the Algarve, captain Sebastián Coates spoke to journalists about the preparation for the new season.

However, first of all he began by sending "a big hug to Daniel Bragança," who is facing a long absence through injury, adding: "The group is all with him and we wish him a good recovery, so that he can come back stronger than ever."

The Uruguayan defender immediately outlined the main objectives for 2022/23, saying that "To prepare for the season, we have brought in new players -and we have to make them adapt to the ideas of the coach and the team as quickly as possible. This group is spectacular. We are all very happy to be part of Sporting CP and we are focused on preparing for what lies ahead."

One of the reinforcements is his fellow countryman, goalkeeper Franco Israel.

"I immediately got in touch with him to clarify all the questions that he had, and it's always good to have a compatriot there when you join a team. The first things he asked were about the club, the group and the work that we do."

Despite being asked about Sporting CP's goals for 2022/2023, the defender preferred to keep the focus on the immediate task at hand: Preparation for the new season.

"Right now, our goal is to prepare for the season so that we are in the best shape possible when the first game comes around. Then our focus is to go game by game, as we always say. Now we want to get in shape for what lies ahead."

Asked to also talk about the edition of O Clássico scheduled for Matchday 3, Coates reinforced the focus on preseason, stating that "Before that we have SC Braga and Rio Ave FC to play. We are only focused on preseason, and after that we will think about the first game.

The Sporting CP squad work out on Friday

Sporting Clube de Portugal trained at the Academia Cristiano Ronaldo this Friday, with the session marking the first appearance of new recruit Rochinha.

The summer signing was put through his paces by coach Rúben Amorim, as were the rest of the first team and several youth players. Renato Veiga, Hevertton Santos, Diogo Travassos, Youssef Chermiti , Mateus Fernandes, José Marsà, Dário Essugo, Luís Gomes and Diego Calai were all called up for the session.

Jeremiah St. Juste, who continues to undergo treatment, was the only player absent.

The squad will train again on Saturday morning.

A Thursday session saw players work on fitness and skills

Sporting Clube de Portugal returned to training at the Academia Cristiano Ronaldo on Thursday, continuing with preparations for the 2022/2023 season.

As has been customary in this initial phase, several fitness drills were included in the session alongside ball work.

Jeremiah St. Juste continued undergoing treatment, whilst new signing Rochinha undertook a specific fitness programme.

Rúben Amorim once again called up several youngsters to train with the first team, with Vando Félix, Luís Gomes, Youssef Chermiti and Diego Calai all getting their opportunity to work alongside the coach.

Before the start of the session, the 75 children who are attending the Férias Academia Sporting summer campus in Alcochete were greeted by the players.

The winger joins through to 2026

Rochinha has become Sporting Clube de Portugal's latest signing for 2022/2023. The 27-year-old winger, who has spent the last four seasons at Vitória SC, signed a contract through to 2026 with a buyout clause of 45 million euros.

“Signing for Sporting CP brings me great joy. This was the right step to take in my career and I am very happy to belong to this team and this family. Now it's up to me to give everything I have on a day-to-day basis to help the group to the fullest,” he began by saying in his presentation on Wednesday.

“When they told me about the possibility of coming here, I was immediately very excited and I'm glad that it happened. I hope that in time the Sportinguistas will say it was good for them too. Sporting CP are the club with the highest level among those I've represented and I hope to live up to expectations. I want to help the squad to achieve their goals."

Before moving to Guimarães, where he rose to the role of captain, the forward also had experiences at Boavista FC, Standard de Liège in Belgium, and at Bolton Wanderers in England, which makes him feel prepared to face the responsibilities of playing at a big club.

“At Vitória SC, the demand from the fans was very high, but here it is even greater because there are no excuses; You have to win, win and win. I think that's the requirement I needed at this point in my career and I'm focused on doing my best", he stressed, also expressing his excitement about the idea of playing in the UEFA Champions League and working under Rúben Amorim.

“The image I had of the coach from the outside was already very good, and my first contact with him was also very good. He's a coach you want to work with and now I want to seize this opportunity."

Rochinha is one of the many Portuguese players at the club, and he praised the coach's commitment to homegrown products.

“There is a lot of talent in Portugal, and even the young teams have gone a long way in big competitions. This proves the quality that exists in our country and it is important that the coach tries to make the most of it. It has been bringing results and that is very good for the club."

Rochinha also highlighted the fact that he has been reunited with Nuno Santos and Marcus Edwards, two players with whom he had already played and who will facilitate his integration into the squad.

“Knowing Marcus and Nuno will help me a lot in this early stage of my time here. Also, I've come across many of the other players before, and that's important because they'll be able to help me as much as possible with adapting. Even the players I didn't know have been impeccable in their welcome, and helped me with everything on this first day, so I have to thank them for that too."

In closing, the new signing gave a message to Sporting CP's partners and supporters.

“You can expect a lot of work, dedication and demand from me on a daily basis. I will always be focused as much as possible on making Sportinguistas happy, as that's what I'm here for."

The Uruguayan goalkeeper signs in the summer transfer market

Franco Israel has been signed by Sporting Clube de Portugal on a five-year contract, joining with a buyout clause of 45 million euros.

The Uruguayan goalkeeper arrives at the club after four seasons with Italian side Juventus FC. He was presented on Tuesday afternoon, in an event that was also attended by club president Frederico Varandas.

"I'm very happy to be here. This is one of the biggest clubs in Portugal and I'm looking forward to starting training with my teammates and playing," he told Sporting CP media.

His interview was interrupted by a call from one such teammate: fellow countryman Manuel Ugarte, with whom he played in the Uruguayan Under-20s side. Israel revealed that he spoke with his friend "from the first moment" that the opportunity to strengthen Sporting CP arose.

In Lisbon, the goalkeeper will be captained by another compatriot: Sebastián Coates.

"I didn't know Seba [Coates] personally, but I also spoke to him," he said, before commenting on what it will be like alongside the experienced Antonio Adán: "Working with [Antonio] Adán means working with one of the best Spanish goalkeepers, someone who played for Real Madrid CF and Atletico Madrid and who has been doing very well at Sporting CP. For me, working with a goalkeeper of his level helps me a lot. It's very important."

"I come here with great enthusiasm and I will give everything every day to win trophies. I know the importance of the club", he guaranteed.

In 2021/2022, Franco Israel was the starting goalkeeper for Juventus FC's Under-23 team, playing 38 matches. He was also named on the substitutes' bench for the first team. He has also featured for Club Nacional de Football, one of Uruguay's most prominent teams, and been capped at Under-17 and Under-20 level.

The squad play practice matches against Casa Pia AC and UD Vilafranquense

Sporting Clube de Portugal played two 60-minute training games on Monday at the Academia Cristiano Ronaldo, as their preseason picks up pace.

In the first, against Casa Pia AC, Os Leões drew 1-1, with a team consisting of Antonio Adán, Luís Neto, José Marsà, Matheus Reis, Diogo Travassos, Dário Essugo, Daniel Bragança, Fatawu, Bruno Tabata, Pedro Gonçalves and Youssef Chermiti. Sporting CP's goal was scored by Pedro Gonçalves.

In the afternoon, against UD Vilafranquense, Sporting CP won 1-0, fielding André Paulo, Ricardo Esgaio, Chico Lamba, Flávio Nazinho, Hevertton Santos, Hidemasa Morita, Mateus Fernandes, Nuno Santos, Marcus Edwards, Luís Gomes and Paulinho . Marcus Edwards scored the only goal of the match.

The squad return to training this Wednesday, after a day off.

The squad are back in training at the Academia Cristiano Ronaldo

The Sporting Clube de Portugal squad are back in training for the 2022/23 season, and the players were put through their paces on Sunday morning at the Academia Cristiano Ronaldo in Alcochete.

Rúben Amorim continues to use preseason to see more young players up close, calling up Youssef Chermiti and Diogo Travassos as well as Hevertton Santos.

Pedro Porro missed the session with flu, as did Jeremiah St. Juste due to a sprain to his right ankle.

Japanese international signs through to 2026

Hidemasa Morita is the latest addition to the Sporting Clube de Portugal squad, joining through to 2026 with a buyout clause of 45 million euros. The 27-year-old midfielder signs from CD Santa Clara, where he played for the last two seasons.

“Ever since I came to Portugal I have wanted to play for Sporting CP. This is a very big, fantastic club. I am very happy,” he began by telling the media at his presentation event.

“Without a doubt this is the biggest challenge in my entire career. I am very happy to be able to join this club”.

Before his time in the Azores, Morita represented Ryutsu Keizai UFC and Kawasaki Frontale in his homeland, winning two league titles, a Japanese Cup, a League Cup and a Super Cup. Now, with his arrival at Sporting CP, he hopes to achieve another of his goals.

“My dream has always been to play in the UEFA Champions League, and it's unbelievable that this is happening,” he said on Friday.

Capped by Japan on 16 occasions (scoring two goals), the new signing also praised coach Rúben Amorim, saying that "He is smart and has built an aggressive team. I feel comfortable with that and I can't wait to work with him."

As for his preferred position, the midfielder commented that “I feel very good in both the No.6 and No.8 position, and I have confidence in both roles."

“The Sportinguistas are fantastic and I can't wait to play with them in the stands. I will do my best for them,” he assured.

Club maintain values from the 2019/2020 season, include up to 23 Champions League games and set a price from €93 -with the possibility of payment in installments

'Your Passion has a Place' is the motto with which Sporting Clube de Portugal kick off the 2022/2023 season, with the first call to arms of the summer.

From Thursday, June 23rd, all Members can purchase their new Gamebox for the upcoming campaign.

After two difficult years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the club have decided to reward all members for their loyalty, and will apply the same prices this season as in 2019/2020 (the last season before the pandemic), with the added value of the team participating in the Champions League.

Gamebox 2021/2022 holders have exclusivity to renew their seat through to July 8th.

Gamebox 2022/2023 includes up to 23 games and special offers this year:

Games included
- Troféu Cinco Violinos on July 24th
- 17 Liga Portugal games
- 3 Champions League group stage games
- Up to 2 Taça da Liga games

Special offers that can be cumulative
- Two invitations to Liga Portugal games, except for the August/September fixtures, matches against FC Porto and SL Benfica, and the last game at home
For Gamebox Members aged 19 and above (with an annual place since 2003)
20% discount at the Loja Verde at the stadium, to use in a single purchase from September 1st to October 31st, 2022.
Exclusively for Members who renew or purchase the Gamebox with cash payment
Free entry to the Sporting CP Museum until June 30th, 2023
For all Members with Gamebox 2022/2023
 
Prices for 2022/2023:

The main advantages of the Gamebox are:
- Access to the best seats at the Estádio José Alvalade
- Fixed seat throughout the season
- Savings compared to game-by-game purchases at the ticket office
- Easy payment with 3 interest-free installments
- Wide range of prices: From €93 to €450
- Special prices for children, young people, women and seniors
- Card transferability within the same typology
- Priority for games not included
- Right of preference in the purchase of tickets for finals
 
The following discounts are applied compared to the adult price:
1. Children from 3 years old (inclusive) to 11 years old: 50% off
2. Young people up to 23 years old, women and seniors aged 65 and over: 23% off
This year, the renewal, purchase and relocation process has been improved and can all be done online on the same page, improving the experience and making the entire process easier.

Just go to www.gamebox.sporting.pt, enter your Membership number and the last five digits of the Membership card, and follow the instructions through to the final purchase with the following payment options: MB Way, ATM reference or debit/credit card.