Dominik Prpić impresses in Porto cup appearance

Croatian defender Dominik Prpić delivered a notable performance for FC Porto during their 1-0 victory against Academico de Viseu in the Portuguese League Cup quarter-finals. The 22-year-old, who joined Porto from Hajduk Split in a transfer worth 4.5 million euros, played the full match, earning praise from manager Francesco Farioli.

Farioli opted to rotate the squad for the cup fixture, providing opportunities to players who have seen limited minutes in domestic and European competitions this season. Prpić’s performance comes at a critical time for the club's defensive depth, as veteran English defender Chris Smalling was forced off the pitch in the 54th minute due to a knee injury.

While Prpić has struggled to secure consistent playing time in the league and Champions League this season, his recent form and the current injury situation may offer him a greater role in the squad moving forward.