Conceicao: "I Want To Express My Gratitude; Italy Holds A Special Place In My Heart. Allow Me To Say 'Forza Lazio'."

FC Porto, led by Sergio Conceicao, secured a crucial 1-0 win against Arsenal in a heated contest during the first leg of the 2023-2024 Champions League Round of 16 at the Estadio do Dragao. Wenderson Galeno's late goal in the 94th minute proved decisive for Porto, showcasing the team's resilience and quality.

The 1-0 triumph over Arsenal left Porto coach Sergio Conceicao satisfied, as his meticulously planned strategy was flawlessly executed by the players.

"We effectively utilized wing play and disrupted Arsenal's midfield," commented Conceicao. "Our preparation translated seamlessly onto the field, even in set-piece situations. Credit to the players for executing our plan perfectly."

Conceicao concluded the press conference with a special message for Lazio, a club close to his heart from his playing days.

"I want to express my gratitude; Italy holds a special place in my heart. Allow me to say 'Forza Lazio'," Conceicao remarked.

Similarly, like Conceicao's Porto, Maurizio Sarri's Lazio secured a narrow 1-0 victory in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 against Bayern Munich. Ciro Immobile's solitary goal from a penalty kick sealed the win at the Stadio Olimpico.