Richard Ríos takes a swipe after Benfica v Sporting: "They only talked..." | OneFootball

Richard Ríos explained that the favoritism attributed to Sporting’s team before the match against Benfica motivated the red team’s players. The Colombian midfielder was named man of the match in the derby that the Lions drew 1-1, at the home of their Lisbon rivals.

"An important game for us. We knew how it was going to be. We prepared for the match in the best way possible. Regardless of what was being said from the outside, that motivated us even more. All week, everyone was saying they were the favorites," Richard Ríos began by saying.

The Benfica midfielder continued: "And, from the moment the game started, Benfica showed that we wanted to win, and that motivated us here. We wanted the victory. If I could trade this trophy for the 3 points, I would. The team deserved more. There’s still a lot of the season left and we have to work to achieve what we want."

Richard Ríos also commented afterwards on the man of the match award in Benfica - Sporting: "For some, it represents the best player, for others it doesn’t. I know how hard I’ve been working, I know the support Benfica gives me to improve and reach the level I know I can reach."

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