Arouca boss laments Benfica defeat: “We weren’t allowed to play” | OneFootball

Vasco Seabra believes that Benfica's greatest opportunities arose against the flow of the game, particularly the two penalties that occurred in the early stages of the match. The Arouca coach spoke to BTV microphones during the usual flash interview at the end of the match, which ended with a 5-0 scoreline.

"It has to do with moments in the game. Benfica wasn't doing anything and scored a penalty goal. Then they weren't doing anything to get the second and scored again from a penalty. These are situations that unlock the game," Vasco Seabra began to explain.

The Arouca coach continued: "I remember last year, Benfica had three opportunities in the first 30 minutes that we cleared off the goal line. Those balls didn't go in and propelled the game into uncertainty, making Benfica more anxious and us more mature."

"Today it wasn't allowed for us. I'm not questioning whether they are or not, but in terms of competitive organization, the team was competing and wasn't being overwhelmed," Vasco Seabra added, explaining that the result does not reflect what the game between the two teams was like.

In conclusion, Vasco Seabra explained that the team should not falter after this heavy defeat, as there is still much left until the end of the first half of the championship: "I don't think it's a drama, but these are moments where we can do better. A lot of belief in the team. We want to finish the first round well."

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