Álvaro Magalhães: Key detail makes Benfica v Sporting more important | OneFootball

Álvaro Magalhães considers it more important for Benfica to win. In an interview, the former Eagles player states that the Reds carry more responsibilities going into the derby, emphasizing that the Lions are more comfortable since they are ahead of the Club of Light in the standings.

“It is more important for Benfica to win because Sporting is ahead. If Sporting loses, they lose three points, but they remain with the same points as Benfica,” Álvaro Magalhães noted in an interview with the newspaper Record.

“And the championship will not be decided on Friday,” added the former glory of Benfica. “That result against Nacional is a sign that something is changing. There was a positive reaction, and it is this reaction that Benfica must hold onto,” he assured.

“[He will seek] a defensive balance at 99.9% and try to exploit a loss of possession by Sporting. Mourinho will have to study Sporting well and try to do what he knows best,” emphasized the former Benfica player, sharing the Special One's strategy.

“Therefore, the team that is smarter and more experienced in certain situations can decide the game,” pointed out, finally, Álvaro Magalhães, previewing the match. It is worth remembering that the clash between the Eagles and the Lions is scheduled for this Friday, December 5th, at Estádio da Luz, refereed by António Nobre.

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