Key Takeaways:
- Porto secured a 3-0 home victory against Nice, advancing into the UEFA Europa League’s top eight
- Gabri Veiga netted twice within the opening 33 minutes, including a goal in the 20th second
- Nice have now suffered five straight defeats, remaining at the bottom of the group
Match Analysis
Porto delivered a dominant display at home to claim a 3-0 win over Nice, comfortably booking their place in the UEFA Europa League’s last eight. The Portuguese side applied early pressure, with Gabri Veiga opening the scoring after only 19 seconds. Veiga then struck again in the 33rd minute, firing in from the edge of the box to double Porto’s advantage.
⏱Final do Jogo 💙Três golos, três pontos👏
⚽Gabri Veiga (1' e 33')
⚽Samu (61')#UEL #FCPOGCN pic.twitter.com/HNdqWc2Epz— FC Porto (@FCPorto) November 27, 2025
Key Moments and Player Performances
Nice’s hopes of a revival surfaced briefly but faded after Moffi squandered a significant chance, sending the ball high over the bar before Veiga’s second. Veteran defender Dante, aged 42, was involved in misfortune for the visitors – the opening goal ricocheted off him, and just after the hour mark he conceded a penalty. Samu Aghehowa converted from the spot to make it 3-0, effectively sealing the contest.
Missed Opportunities for Nice
Despite trailing by three, Nice continued to search for a breakthrough. Kevin Carlos and Jonathan Clauss each had promising opportunities to net a consolation goal, yet neither managed to convert. As a result, the French side left Portugal goalless and anchored to the bottom of the group following their fifth consecutive defeat.
| Team | Score | Goal Scorers |
|---|---|---|
| Porto | 3 | Gabri Veiga (1′, 33′), Samu Aghehowa (61′ pen) |
| Nice | 0 | – |
