The Porto Podcast in English

Football is back and so are we. It's been an entertaining but promising summer for Porto. Vitor Bruno is at the wheel, bringing us a fresh start with new tactics, formations, players, & more. Porto are undefeated with the new "Mister", listen to Jason & Rui breakdown Porto's performances this season thus far.

This week, Rui & Jason go over the latest news and recaps on Porto. It's a positive week for Portistas as they are coming off two great wins over their biggest rivals Benfica followed by Portimonense.

This week, we have a special episode. Jason & Rui are joined by "Mister Benfica" Mike Agostinho from the Mister Benfica Podcast to discuss Porto's form, Porto's elections, & most of all the Preview for the Clássico this sunday

Champions League KO Stages are back & what thriller it was at the Dragao. Porto sneak past Arsenal in the last seconds of the game to win the first leg 1-0. Tune in to this episode as Rui & Jason breakdown the match & answer your awesome twitter questions.

WE ARE BACK! After a two month hiatus Jason & Rui start their 2024 podcast debut with coverage on Porto since the last episode, new project announcements, & your awesome twitter questions. 

It's that time of the season. The Classico against Sporting. Both clubs will settle the battle for first place in the Alvalade this coming Monday. This week, Richard Neves from the All Things Alvalade Podcast joins Rui to discuss the upcoming match.

It has been an up and down last week or so in Porto's previous two matches. The Dragons fell to Barcelona on the road in the Champions league but rebound with their most "stress free" win of the season in the League vs Famalicão. Listen to Jason & Rui breakdown: the matches, Porto's form, what is needed, & answer your awesome twitter questions.

We have a special episode this week. Mitchell (@TripeiroNation) joins Rui discussing the future & the upcoming elections. 

We are back after a month long hiatus. Porto find themselves in a good position in the Champions League but still find themselves in trouble on the field during league play. Listen, to Rui & Jason discuss Porto's previous month & also the embarrassing General Assembly meeting that took place on Monday. 

Porto headed into the International break with a victory over Portimonense. Though, 3 points are just 3 points but Port are yet to find their stride this year after another lackluster performance at home. On the brighter side of thing Portugal have officially qualified for Euro 2024 in record time after their victory against Slovakia. Listen, to Jason & Rui go over Porto's performance & Portugal's recent match.  

Same old, same old! Its been a rough two games for Porto as they suffer back to back defeats, this time to Barcelona in the Dragao. Porto seemed to be the more threatening side of the two but Barcelona were the ones that broke the deadlock. Listen to Jason & Rui weigh in on the match & what is expected to come in the next match vs Portimonense. .

Porto suffered their first loss of the season in the O Classico at Estadio da Luz. Porto look to turn things around in their next match vs Barcelona in the Champions League. Listen to Rui & Jason go over the loss at Benfica & what they need to do to get a positive result vs Barcelona.

We are back after a week off. Porto get a win in a nail biter over the weekend against Estrela Amadora. In the Champions League, Porto start the tournament off with a 3-1 win on the road vs Shakhtar. Listen to Jason & Rui breakdown Porto's last two games & answer your awesome twitter questions.

It was another nail biting match for Porto. A stubborn Arouca defense made things really difficult for Porto but the Dragons managed to squeak in a 90+19min goal to tie the game and secure first place heading into the International break. Listen to Rui breakdown the match, the controversy that took place, & what is in store for Porto for the rest of the season,

It's been a long week for Portistas. After a nerve wracking match vs Rio Ave where Iván Marcano's late game heroics saved Porto for the second time in as many weeks, the last stretch of the Transfer Market added more to the stress. Listen to Rui breakdown the match vs Rio Ave, the transfer market, & the Champions League Group Stage Draw on this episode.  

After losing in the Supertaça, Porto have opened Liga Portugal winning the first two games. With the transfer window nearing a close & the rumors are on the rise. Rui & Jason break down Porto's need & also the start of this season thus far.

We are one week out from Porto's season opener against Benfica for the Supertaça. Porto's transfer window is slowly coming together after weeks of tug of war with Boca Juniors, Alan Varela is set to join Porto. Listen to Rui break down the current transfer window for Porto and what they need before the season starts.

We are back after a month hiatus. It's been a quiet summer for Porto up until last week's transfer rumor cycle. Porto have been busy lately according to the rumors. Listen to Jason & Rui breakdown Porto's financial state, transfer predictions, & more on this episode.

Though the League didn't play out as well as we wanted, Porto ended the season on a high note defeating Braga in the Taça de Portugal Final. Despite not winning the league this was Porto's 3rd trophy of the season. Listen to Jason & Rui breakdown the final, the season, & answer your awesome twitter questions.

We're back! Another season is in the books and Porto finish the season in 2nd place behind Benfica. This Episode, Rui goes over the final 2 games of the season, previews the Taça de Portugal Final vs Braga, & answers your awesome twitter questions.

Porto survive another nail biter. Danny Namaso's extra time winner gives Porto just a little bit more hope on their very slim title chances. Rui & Jason breakdown this game & answer your awesome twitter questions.  

Another Derby da Invicta is in the bad. Once again Porto defeat crosstown rivals Boavista 1-0 in a very tough match that could've went either way. It was a big win for the Dragons as they keep their title hopes alive for just a little bit longer. Listen to Jason & Rui as they breakdown what went down in this game & what it means for the upcoming matches and outcome of the season.

We're back! This episode, Rui breaks down Porto's performances against Santa Clara & Paços de Ferreira. As the season winds down, listen to Rui's prediction for next year & his answers to your awesome twitter questions.

It was another exciting Clássico this time Porto reverse the result of the previous meeting with a statement win in Estádio da Luz. Desperate for 3 points, Porto secure 2nd place (for now) & keep their miracle hopes for the title alive. Listen to Jason & Rui breakdown the match & answer your awesome twitter questions.

Struggles continue with Porto as they defeat Portimonense despite a very shaky performance. Will this win propel them when they play Benfica this weekend or will the struggles continue? Find out on this Episode as Jason & Rui breakdown the match versus Portimonense & what is to expect in the upcoming "O Clássico".

It was a tough way to head into the International Break for Porto fans. Porto draw Braga on the road ending any chance of title hopes. Porto now sit 10 points behind table leaders Benfica after a very frustrating performance against Braga. On the bright side of things Portugal start their Euro 2024 Qualification strong with commanding wins vs Liechtenstein & Luxembourg. Tune in to Jason & Rui as they discuss what went wrong in Braga & Portugal's excellent performances.

Tough week at the office for Porto. Porto get knocked out of the Champions League after drawing to Inter in the second leg of the Round of 16. Porto had their way for the majority of the match but failed to capitalize on their opportunities. This episode, Evan from the Portugal Corner Podcast joined Rui to discuss the match & answer your awesome twitter question. Follow Evan's podcast on twitter: @Portugal_Corner Subscribe to the Portugal Corner Podcast on your favorite podcast platform.

Champions League Football is back! Porto are hosting Inter for the 2nd leg of the Round of 16. Inter will be heading into an electric Estádio do Dragão with a 1-0 aggregate lead. Will they be able to hold off Porto on the road? Uncle Sharma from "Uncle Sharma - Inter Videos" joins Rui as they breakdown this preview to this match.   Follow Uncle Sharma on twitter: @RSharmzz Follow his Youtube Channel: Uncle Sharma - Inter Videos

Porto traveled to Chaves this week where they were put to the test. The defending champs ended the first half the way they started it, with a goal but things took a turn quickly in the second half. Chaves pulled one back early in the second half & continued to make things difficult until Toni Martinez's put the game to rest in stoppage time. A lot could've went wrong in this one but Porto held on. Listen to Rui & Jason as they broke down this match & answer you awesome twitter questions.

It was a night to forget in the Dragão on Sunday. Gil Vicente upset Porto in a game where it seemed Porto were going to run away with it early on. Things turned around quickly for the defending champions. Listen to Rui & Jason breakdown what went wrong for Porto on the night.

A disappointing loss after a hard fought battle against Inter in the San Siro. Porto left everything on the pitch as their efforts weren't enough to hold off Inter who capitalized on a late winner to give their side a 1-0 aggregate lead going into the 2nd leg. Porto are looking to turn things around in the Dragão. Listen to Jason & Rui breakdown this match & why they think it is possible for Porto to turn things around.

It's that time of year again. The Champions League Knockout Stage. Porto are set to travel to Milan to play in the first leg of the Round of 16 against Inter. Nima Tavallaey Roodsari from SempreInter.com & the Italian Football Podcast joins Rui to discuss the preview between the two sides.   Follow Nima on twitter: Personal: @NimaTavRood Italian Football Podcast: @ItaFootPod Sempre Inter: @SempreInterCom

Quem Mais? What else is left? Porto are coming off string of great results. Last weekend Porto defeated rivals Sporting CP in the Final of the Taça da Liga making it Porto's first ever win in that competition. With that victory Porto become the most decorated club in Portugal with 83 official trophies.   Porto in the midweek match against Maritimo come out victorious in a very frustrating and turbulent game in Madeira.   Listen to Rui & Jason breakdown this jam packed episode.

This week, the boys breakdown the our latest victories against Guimarães in the league & Academico Viseu in the Taça da Liga and look forward to the Final against Sporting this weekend.

This episode, Rui is joined by Mitchell (@TripeiroNation) to discuss Roberto Martinez, Porto's huge win against Famalicão, & they answer your awesome twitter questions.

The long winter break is over & league football is back in Portugal. Porto restart the season strong against Arouca where table leaders Benfica suffer their first loss of the season going into the new year. Listen to Jason & Rui as they breakdown the win & answer your awesome twitter questions. 

Sensational! What else can we say? Portugal win a game in the least "Portugal" way possible. Portugal run riot against Switzerland 6-1. A lot of changes were made to make this historic night possible. Listen to Rui & Jason breakdown what went right for Portugal on the night.

Portugal's World Cup campaign couldn't start any better than it has. Despite a few hiccups and worrying moments the Seleção pulled off wins over Ghana and Uruguay in the opening two games of the Tournament. This week, the boys shift their focus from Porto to the Portuguese National as they breakdown the Seleção's performance thus far. 

The boys are back with another episode. This week, Jason & Rui recap Porto's big win against city rivals Boavista in the Derby da Invicta. Also, the boys touch up on Ronaldo's saga at Man United, & also the World Cup.

We are back after missing last week! Surprise guest, @fcp1992 joins Rui once again to discuss what has been going on in the Porto world in the last two weeks. Lastly, they talk about Portugal's 26 man squad for the World Cup & what to expect from them

Porto come up with a huge win in Belgium against Club Brugge (4-0) & with a little help from the Leverkusen & Atlético fixture, Porto have qualified for the Knockout Stages of the Champions League. This episode, Rui is joined by @fcp1992 from twitter as they breakdown this big win & also what is to come for the rest of the season.

It's never easy to fall short to your biggest rival in the midst of a title race. Benfica bested Porto in the Estádio do Dragão, Rafa Silva's goal separated both sides. Tune in to Jason & Rui as they breakdown the key moments in match & also discuss the positives from this match.

Porto are getting back to their winning ways ever since the International Break. Back to back wins vs Bayer Leverkusen have shot them into 2nd place in the Champions League. Porto's win this past weekend vs Portimonense have put them clear in 2nd place in the league. Tune in to the guys as they breakdown the victories and what it means before they play Benfica next week.

THE CHAMPIOOOOOOOOOOOOONSSSSS! UCL Football is back so are FC Porto, we think. Porto come out on top against Bayer Leverkusen in a "must win" Matchday 3 of the Champions League. Tune in to Jason & Rui as they breakdown the game, Porto's current form, & answer you twitter questions.

The International break is over and football is finally back. Portugal disappoint in the Nations League & Porto came up big in a must win game against Braga. Tune in to Jason & Rui as they breakdown what went wrong for the Seleção & what went right for Porto. Time Stamps: (01:36) Portugal Recap in Nation League (09:22) Portugal Twitter Questions (23:26) Porto vs Braga Review  (36:39) Porto Twitter Questions

Porto's rocky form continued this past weekend with another disappointing result this time at the hands of Estoril. More of the team's problems continue as there seems to be no solution in sight heading into the international break. Tune in to Jason & Rui as they breakdown the match & tackle the problems at the club.

The Champions League is back! Though Porto were coming off a promising victory over Chaves this past weekend but the smiles were cut short on Matchday 2 of the Champions League. Porto were embarrassed at home vs Clube Brugge sending the Dragões to the bottom of the group table. Listen to Rui & Jason discuss what went wrong with Porto & answer your twitter questions.

Porto get their crucial rebound win in the league on the road vs Gil Vicente but on the other hand were victims to a last second winner in Matchday 1 of the Champions League vs Atletico Madrid. Listen to Jason & Rui share their thoughts on those two games & also answer your awesome twitter questions.   Follow us: Twitter: @FCPortoPodEng Instagram: PortoPodEng Facebook: The Porto Podcast in English

We've seen better days. Porto get demolished on the road by newly promoted side Rio Ave. Frustration builds among the transfer window deadline with no real signings made YET. Tune in to Jason & Rui as they discuss what went wrong against Rio Ave and what has been going wrong all season.

Porto remain undefeated after a convincing win in the Dragão against last season's runners-up, Sporting CP. Tune in to this excellent episode as Jason & Rui weigh in on the key factors to Porto's victory & also answer your twitter questions.

It was a dramatic weekend in Northern Portugal. Porto squeaked by Vizela  with a late winner after a very frustrating match. The defending champions are sitting pretty at the top of the table but there are still a few issues that need to be dealt with before the clash against Sporting this weekend. Join Jason & Rui as they weigh in on this past weekend's match, the upcoming match vs Sporting, & your awesome twitter questions.