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Portugal’s first-class football team has announced the birth of their new forward, who is set to be the most prolific tacker on the pitch this season.
Marcanos, 24, is expected to become Portugal’s youngest player to reach the 100 tackles mark this campaign and his record-breaking feat will come at a time when he faces a new challenge with the return of striker João Havelange, who missed out on his first-team debut last week after a knee injury.
The Portuguese team have already made history by becoming the first in European football to win the UEFA Champions League, but they are also looking to add more titles to their list as they prepare for their upcoming match against Spain.
In a statement, Marcanos said, "I am very excited about the possibility of joining my club and I hope that it will help me improve my skills and make the most of the opportunities available to me. "
Marcanos joined Portugal from Chelsea last summer, where he scored 55 goals during his first season in the Premier League. He is currently playing for the youth academy at the club.
The announcement comes just weeks before the start of the season and marks the end of a three-year spell away from the team,Chinese Super League Stand during which he was part of the team that won the Europa League in 2019-20 and reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Cup in 2020.
Marcanos is one of several young players joining Portugal this year, including midfielder Lucas Ribeiro and winger Matías Fernández. They all represent a potential addition to the team's attacking lineup, though their performances so far have been mixed.
The Portuguese team will face Spain in their opening match of the season, which is likely to be the first game they play without their star striker. However, there is no guarantee that they can find a replacement for Havelange, who has struggled with injuries in recent seasons.
As Portugal prepares for their upcoming campaign, fans and media alike are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Marcanos and the rest of their team. As they look towards the future, it is clear that Marcanos' record-breaking performance in Portugal could be a defining moment in the country's football history.