The goalscorer reflects on the 4-0 win over Beşiktaş

Paulinho, who scored the third goal in the match against Beşiktaş and was one of the most prominent players for Sporting CP, talked after the final whistle, and commented that "it was the team that made this game easy".

"Beşiktaş JK are a good team. They are very dangerous and have very good players up front. We were very competent and we carried out our plan to the letter",  explained the 28-year-old forward, thanking the Sportinguistas for their support.

"Their support has been constant and today, once again, the affection they gave me was noted. I hope I can reciprocate that; their support has been incredible and it's not easy to describe what we feel", he revealed.

For the Portuguese international, the team playing at home again against Borussia Dortmund could prove to be an advantage.

"The fact that we will be at home could make a difference because of the atmosphere, as we saw today. When we played in Dortmund, despite it being a mythical stadium and the atmosphere created there, we spent the 90 minutes hearing our fans sing. That factor can make a difference", he stated.

"The support I've received has been incredible and it hasn't been about whether I've scored or not, but rather for the way my teammates and I perform on the pitch. The fans see how we defend and how we give everything for the club in every game. When we fail, they know that it's not due to carelessness or distraction. Sometimes it's bad luck and sometimes we're a little tired because we run a lot. I can only promise total dedication", he concluded