The 2-0 victory over Nápoles, this Wednesday, at Estádio da Luz, in a match relating to the 6th round of the UEFA Champions League league phase, naturally did not leave the Benfica players indifferent, who shared emotions on their personal social media accounts.
Ukrainian goalkeeper Trubin, for example, left a response, he who was the target of criticism after the derby with Sporting: «There is a lot of talk around, but the answer is always on the pitch. The team did a great job and achieved an important victory at home. We have new challenges ahead, so we continue to work with dedication.”
Also on Instagram, but in a different tone, the delicious words of Leandro Barreiro, scorer of the Eagles’ second goal: «Victory, clean sheet [não sofrer golos] and goal. @championsleague nights are always special.”
Sudakov, for his part, had nothing but praise. «Every night is special in the Champions League. What a team! What fans! Keep fighting!” wrote the Ukrainian midfielder for the Eagles.
Ivanovic, one of the surprises of the night, starting in the Eagles’ attack, was more concise: «Let’s go Benfica!!! 3 points 💪🏽»
The night had two debutants, José Neto, a 17-year-old left-back, and Tiago Freitas, a 19-year-old midfielder, both from the Benfica squad. With moderation, they marked their first match for the main team with images. Neto referring to the result, Freitas with the reactions of friends, and beyond, to this magical moment in his career.
