Numbers don’t lie: Rafa Silva went missing in Benfica v Porto | OneFootball

Rafa Silva played his 600th career game against Porto. However, the Classic did not turn out well for the number 27 of Benfica. As observed, the Portuguese midfielder was quite subdued against the dragons and faced a strong wave of discontent from the fans.

According to the newspaper Record, based on analyses by experts, Rafa Silva's numbers in the Classic left much to be desired. Known for being an athlete who likes to balance and take risks, the number 27 recorded a total of 16 ball losses while on the pitch.

However, the numbers don't stop there. Out of the 16 balls lost, the 32-year-old footballer had four in a dangerous area, that is, near the red area. Additionally, his passing accuracy was not sharp. Out of the 17 passes he attempted, Rafa completed only 10.

The Benfica player's presence in Porto's area was almost nonexistent. Of the 24 passes he received, 10 were progressive, but the star couldn't continue the plays. Moreover, Rafa Silva suffered three fouls, but all in the midfield, far from Diogo Costa's goal.

It's worth remembering that Benfica managed to secure a point thanks to the equalizing goal scored by Leandro Barreiro. Now, the Portuguese coach faces some issues with the squad.

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