Sporting Returns to Training with Three Absences Ahead of Final Friendly Against Nottingham Forest

Sporting CP resumed training at their Academy with three players absent but at full intensity as they prepare for their last pre-season friendly before the Liga Portugal debut. The Lions will face Nottingham Forest on Friday at 7:00 PM in the Algarve. Coach Rui Borges is preparing the team amid ongoing transfer market uncertainties. The article also highlights the squad's renewal, with reinforcements eager for Champions League football and Geny Catamo rising in the hierarchy. Young but experienced center-backs place Sporting in the top-3 youngest defensive pools in the Champions League. New signing Zalazar from Sp. Braga has impressed in pre-season, showing fitness and artistic flair, and has already scored. The club presented 30 players, with Pote and Zalazar receiving the most applause.

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