Basketball derby tonight at Luz as Benfica face FC Porto | OneFootball

Benfica hosts FC Porto this afternoon in the 6th round of the main national basketball championship. The Eagles are looking to maintain their winning streak against one of the title contenders.

Norberto Alves, Benfica's coach, previewed the game in statements to BTV.

"Every game, for us, is a final. This is how we have conveyed the message to the players over time, and they have clearly embraced the idea that every game is to enter, give their best, and win. This is how we will approach this game as well; it is not much different. FC Porto is a great team, they have improved a lot recently. They started with injuries, but they are stronger now, no doubt. They have been playing very well, especially in Europe. We expect a tough game," he assured.

Miguel Maria, a player from FC Porto, also anticipates a tough game at Luz.

"Benfica is strong, as has been their hallmark in recent years. They haven't lost in the League yet, and they recently defeated one of the leaders of the French League [Le Mans], so we expect a tough game, but we are going there to show what it means to be Porto, with grit, determination, and confidence," he promised.

In the other matches of this round, Sporting hosts SC Braga at João Rocha.

Sporting 3:00 PM SC Braga

V. Guimarães 3:00 PM Ovarense

Oliveirense 4:00 PM Esgueira

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