FC Porto went to Guimarães to beat Vitória SC in the 18th matchday of the championship (0-1), and Alan Varela said he was “very happy” with the goal he scored and “the team's effort” in a “very difficult game against an opponent that plays excellent football.” Proud to “be able to contribute to the victory” in a “very well-fought challenge,” the scorer of the only goal of the night assured that the team “will continue to work to win more games.” 

Victory with a dedication
“I would like to send my best wishes to Fernando Oliveira's family. We are very saddened by his passing.”

On the right track
“It was a very difficult game against an opponent that plays excellent football. The atmosphere in this stadium is spectacular. It was a great game, very well played. I am very happy with the team's effort. We will continue to work to win more games.”

Fighting until the end
“When you can’t play, you have to fight. That’s what we’ve been doing since the start of the season. This team understands when you can play and when you can’t. Today we couldn’t play as much and we had to fight.”

Decisive goal
“I didn't feel any pressure. I deeply wanted to score to win the game and get the three points, so I didn't even feel the pressure. Fortunately I scored and was able to contribute to the victory. That's the most important thing.”

The penalty kick
“I already have some experience taking them. Luckily, the goalkeeper went the other way and I scored.”