André Almeida says one Benfica player is special: a club legend | OneFootball

André Almeida, former right-back of Benfica, is full of praise for Rafa, who recently reached 350 matches wearing the Eagles' shirt. For the former Benfica player, the winger has achieved a special status and become one of the main figures of the club from Luz.

"He is a Club legend" and "Benfica’s biggest reference," he said on the podcast 'Final Cut', highlighting not only the number of matches played, but also the titles won throughout the career of the number 27, while also mentioning that the player is always available to help the different work groups he has been part of.

In André Almeida’s opinion, the legacy of the former Portugal international cannot be measured only by the 350 matches played for Benfica. The goals, assists, and trophies won also carry significant weight in assessing Rafa’s journey, as he continues to play a prominent role in the Benfica team.

Beyond his influence on the pitch, he also emphasized the player’s importance in the dressing room. "He is a friend for life," said André Almeida, who describes Rafa as someone capable of motivating his teammates. The winger protects his teammates and stands up for the team "without show-off."

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