Only Chelsea and Real Madrid can also lay claim to what Porto achieved during the group stages of the 2014/2015 Champions League. The Portuguese powerhouse, who won the prestigious tournament under Jose Mourinho in 2004, made it through their six games unbeaten, as did last season's winners and the Blues, who lifted the trophy in 2012.
Since that triumph, which was the second time in their history to win the Champions League, Porto have not done as well in Europe's most prestigious continental competition. The last time the Dragões made it to the quarter-finals was six years ago in 2009 but they certainly will be feeling quite confident as they prepare to take on Swiss outfit Basel. Jackson Martinez, who has been in absolutely brilliant form with 16 goals in the Primeira Liga and 21 in all competitions is one player that the hosts will be very concerned about.
The Colombian attacker has been repeatedly linked with a move to another of Europe's big sides, including the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United, but his agent last month was quick to downplay any speculation on a move to England. Rather, his representative claims that the 28-year-old would be more keen on a move to Serie A, something that, given his prolific form since joining the Primeira Liga giants in 2012, would certainly excite and interest calcio followers.
Returning to the upcoming match, Julen Lopetegui's men will pretty much have a full-strength lineup, with the only notable absence being Adrian Lopez. The former Athetico Madrid striker is still continuing his rehab process following a leg injury. Meanwhile, hosts Basel will have to contend without several key players due to fitness issues or suspension, with experienced defender Fabian Schar sitting out because of a ban and Adama Traore suffering from his own injury woes.
Basel and Porto have never met before, and given the Swiss side's good form domestically, this game could go either way, which makes it an interesting one for both fans and neutrals alike.
Who will emerge as victors in their first ever clash? Will Porto head back to Portugal with an advantage after the first leg? Or will their opponents be the ones who will draw first blood?
You'll have to tune in to find out.
FC Basel vs FC Porto team sheets
Basel's Starting XI: Vaclík, Samuel, Suchý, Safari, Zuffi, F.Frei, Elneny, Xhaka, Streller, Gashi, Gonzalez .
Porto's Starting XI: Fabiano, Danilo, Maicon, Marcano, Alex Sandro, Casemiro, Brahimi, Herrera, Óliver Torres, Martínez, Tello.
Basel's subs:Vailati, Degen, Ajeti, Delgado, Hamoudi, Calla, Embolo.
Porto's subs: Helton, Martins Indi, Evandro, Rúben Neves, Quintero, Aboubakar, Quaresma.
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