PORTO’S top brass allegedly called match officials ‘s**t-eaters’ after their Euro clash at Manchester City.
Directors from the Portuguese club made their way down to the tunnel area at the Etihad following their 3-1 defeat on October 21.
Porto allegedly called the referees an X-rated name after the Man City gameCredit: Getty
And they hurled abuse at ref Andris Treimanis and his assistants over their performance in the stormy Champions League clash.
The shocking outburst was heard by Uefa delegates who were stood within earshot — and is believed to have been recorded in the official game report.
It is one of the incidents from the two matches between the clubs this autumn which could yet land Porto in hot water.
Another is the ‘news- letter’ released to the Portuguese media by the club on the morning after Tuesday’s goalless draw.
It effectively called City midfielder Bernardo Silva racist, while also claiming Fernandinho’s post-match comments showed that “money in football counts for a lot — but doesn’t buy class”.
City were furious and issued a strong statement of their own, which highlighted Porto being punished for the racist behaviour of their own fans after a game against them in 2012.
Uefa could also take a dim view of it as they say there is an obligation for clubs to comply with principles of ethical conduct, loyalty, integrity and sportsmanship.
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Porto also appear to have broken European Club Association rules, although a punishment from them is less likely.
City boss Pep Guardiola was believed to be unhappy at some of Porto’s antics but chose to keep his views to himself yesterday.
Asked about the Porto newsletter, he said: “I’m focused on Fulham — that is the important thing.”
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
