Pau Víctor's big week with Sporting de Braga

Pau Víctor has had his best week since arriving at Sporting de Braga. The former FC Barcelona forward has been decisive in two consecutive matches, scoring key goals in both the Portuguese League and the Europa League, in a clear personal vindication within the Portuguese team's project.

In just five days, the footballer from Sant Cugat del Vallès has gone from modest figures to becoming a protagonist. First, he was decisive in the league victory against Famalicão (1-2) and, subsequently, he scored the winning goal on Nice's ground (0-1), a goal with double value for its sporting and symbolic impact.

Pau Víctor: 2 decisive goals in five days

The week started in the best possible way for Pau Víctor in the Portuguese League. Against Famalicão, the forward scored one of the goals in the away win, allowing Braga to secure three fundamental points in their fight to get closer to European positions.

That goal already marked a turning point, but the former Barça player further increased its impact a few days later. This Thursday, in the Europa League, Pau Víctor once again responded to the coaching staff's trust with a decisive action in a demanding venue like the Allianz Riviera.

Pau Víctor's Goalscoring Debut in the Europa League

The goal against Nice was not just another one. It marked Pau Víctor's debut goal in European competition and came at a key moment in the match. In the 28th minute, the attacker finished with a first-time shot, demonstrating technical skill, speed of execution, and composure in the opponent's box.

That goal allowed Sporting de Braga to secure a highly valuable away victory and ensured, at a minimum, the Portuguese team's presence in the Europa League round of 32 play-off, an important objective for the club on the continental stage.

Season Review: Growing Numbers

With goals against Famalicão and Nice, Pau Víctor now has 6 goals in 24 official matches this season. A record that, while still improvable, reflects a clear progression in his adaptation to Portuguese football and the style of his new team.

The forward arrived at Sporting de Braga last summer in a deal valued at 12 million euros, a significant investment that demonstrates the club's confidence in his medium and long-term potential.

Personal Vindication of the Former Barça Player

Beyond the numbers, this week represents a personal vindication for Pau Víctor. After leaving FC Barcelona in search of playing time and prominence, the forward is finding in Braga the ideal stage to grow, take on responsibilities, and prove his worth.

His goal-scoring debut in Europe and its immediate impact in two different competitions reinforce his confidence and send a clear message: Pau Víctor is ready to be an important player in European football. With the season still ahead, the former Barça player faces the coming weeks with renewed momentum, determined to make this great week the starting point of a much more productive period at Sporting de Braga.