A first-half strike from in-form Greek striker Vangelis Pavlidis proved decisive as Benfica edged out Braga 1-0 at the Estádio da Luz to secure a place in the semi-finals of the Portuguese Cup
A sizzling first-half goal from red-hot Greek striker Vangelis Pavlidis was enough for Benfica to overcome Braga and book a Portuguese Cup semi-final berth against 4th-tier Tirsense.
Heading into this season, SL Benfica needed to replenish a frontline left threadbare following the departures of Marcos Leonardo, David Neres and Rafa. AZ forward Vangelis Pavlidis was the man chosen to plug the centre-forward gap, with the Greek international arriving in Portugal for €18m following 80 goals in 137 games for the Dutch outfit.
We're staying in Portugal today for the second leg of the Champions League playoff between Benfica and Monaco. The Portuguese outfit lead the tie 1-0 after the first leg in France, and are favourites to go forward to the round of 16.
This match will also serve as a good litmus test to gauge the form of Hansi Flick's side. While inconsistent in their domestic league, they have been dominant in Europe, sitting second in their ...
Follow him on X and IG @theonlykilty Benfica and Monaco are set for a high-stakes second leg at the Estadio da Luz on Tuesday with a Champions League last-16 clash against either Barcelona or ... Benfica's Greek forward #14 Vangelis Pavlidis (2L ...
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