Sporting’s president, Frederico Varandas, gave a word of thanks to members who on Wednesday, at Estádio José Alvalade, received golden emblems signifying 50 years of affiliation. The manager did not hesitate to thank them for their “dedication” before ensuring that the “direction” of the trend revolved around the “growth of the club”. “You should be 50 years old more than just wearing this crest on your coat lapel, it is above all a responsibility to pass on to new generations what it means to be an athlete and the importance of our values. The club, rain or shine, or whether Sporting wins or He loses. Not because the president A, B or C deserves it but because Sporting deserves it. The 75-year-old will always take care of the club because the club will always be what the member wants. We will continue our way to make Sporting grow,” he emphasized in a speech broadcast on Sporting TV. Emphasizing that the membership block is “the club’s most precious treasure,” the lion leader also did not fail to recall the responsibilities of the older members. “You are the guardians of the identity and values ​​of 116 years of history. The ability to wear the 50-year-old badge is not explained, but there is a feeling that stands out: pride! Pride of being able to show the world 50 years of dedication and love! In the name of Sporting, thank you very much simply “.