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Alverca: The Portuguese Club Thriving With Help From Vinícius Júnior

Published August 4, 2026 · Updated August 4, 2026 · The Guardian

Alverca has rapidly ascended the Portuguese pyramid, recently earning promotion to the top flight with help from co-owner Vinícius Júnior and strategic celebrity connections like Travis Scott.

The club's rise is attributed to smart scouting and clever links with celebrities such as Eduardo Camavinga and Travis Scott. After changing owners and rebuilding their squad, sporting director Fernando Malta aims to make the club "gamechangers."

Historically a satellite club for Benfica, Alverca folded in 2005 before reforming and climbing through the regional divisions to return to the top flight in 2025. playerbros.org

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