Away from Benfica, António Silva endured a tough spell | OneFootball

Roberto Martínez did not give any playing time to António Silva, in the two matches played by the national team during the October training camp, aimed at qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. The Benfica defender has been playing a prominent role at the Clube da Luz, but he still hasn't managed to establish himself in the national team.

Only three players did not get any playing time during the double matchday played by the national team, which culminated with Portugal - Hungary last Tuesday, October 14th: António Silva, Matheus Nunes, and Pedro Gonçalves.

Joining this trio are the two substitute goalkeepers of the national team, Rui Silva and José Sá. Apart from them, Roberto Martínez gave playing time to all those present at the national team's training camp, a select group that has been gaining the coach's confidence over time.

However, the news is optimistic for Benfica fans. Although they did not see their central defender get playing time in Portugal - Hungary, or in Ireland - Portugal, the truth is that António Silva will arrive without any accumulated fatigue for José Mourinho's Benfica training sessions.

As for the national team, they drew 2-2 yesterday in Portugal - Hungary, with a last-minute opponent's goal preventing the Portuguese celebration that would have come with the confirmation of World Cup qualification. The national team will have to wait until the next match to attempt that qualification again.

Recall here the words of Bruno Lage about António Silva:

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