Moffi Scores First Porto Goal to Boost Title Chase and Europa League Hopes
Nigeria international Terem Moffi scored his first goal for FC Porto on Friday night to seal a 3-1 win over Arouca in the Primeira Liga.
The Super Eagles striker came off the bench to score late at the Estádio do Dragão, handing coach Francesco Farioli a welcome selection headache ahead of an important run of matches in Europe.
Moffi joined Porto on loan from OGC Nice on 30 January 2026 but had to wait for his chance. The 26-year-old had started three league matches without finding the net, playing behind Deniz Gül in the pecking order.
In Friday’s Matchday 24 clash, Porto were in control before Nais Djouahra pulled one back for the visitors to make it tense. William Gomes restored the home side’s lead from the penalty spot in the 90th minute.
Deep into stoppage time, Moffi made sure of the result. He met a cross from Gomes inside the box and fired a powerful shot into the roof of the net to put the game beyond doubt.
Porto later confirmed the moment on their official X account, describing it as “Terem Moffi’s first goal in our colours.”
The goal could prove important in more ways than one. Porto are battling strongly in the Liga Portugal title race, and every point is vital at this stage of the season.
With Samu Aghehowa currently out injured, Moffi’s sharp finish showed what he can bring to the team — strength, intelligent movement and calmness in front of goal.
Porto will return to action in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 in two weeks, and Moffi’s timely breakthrough gives Farioli more options as the club chase success both at home and in Europe.
