Atlético revels in Benfica draw on social media, mocks the Eagles | OneFootball

The draw between Benfica and Casa Pia has generated a lot of buzz. After yet another result below expectations, José Mourinho's team became the target of mockery by Atlético Clube de Portugal, the next opponent of the Eagles in the Portuguese Cup.

“Can we bring our game forward?” wrote the Lisbon club on the social network 'X', in response to Benfica's official post announcing the final result of the match with the geese. The provocation quickly spread, dividing opinions among fans.

“Benfica has become a national joke...”, lamented one fan, while others recognized the provocative tone as part of the rivalry and folklore of Portuguese football. The clash between Atlético and Benfica now promises to gain even more intensity off the pitch.

At this point, Atlético has a record of five wins, two draws, and five losses, with two of the five victories occurring in the Portuguese Cup, by eliminating Rebordosa (1-0) and Felgueiras (2-0). In Liga 3, the 11 points achieved dictate their current seventh position in Series B, shared with União de Santarém, being four points away from the qualification spots for the championship phase, with the last spot occupied by Académica (15 points).

The match, counting for the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup, is scheduled for Friday, November 21, at 8:30 PM, at the Estádio do Restelo. With the draw against Casa Pia (2-2), José Mourinho's team heads into the international break amid significant criticism.

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