Chasing points in Europe, Benfica player admits: We’re taking... | OneFootball

Pauleta does not hide the team's ambition on the eve of another European duel. On the way to Paris, the Benfica player spoke about the moment of the team led by Ivan Baptista and acknowledged that the opponent will pose many challenges.

In statements to BTV, before heading to France, where the Clube da Luz faces Paris FC, the midfielder was not intimidated by the game: "We bring a lot of courage, a strong desire to do well, to win and also to demonstrate what this team represents and what this Club is".

We have analyzed this Paris FC team, we know they have quality as all the teams we have faced in this Champions League. We know we are very close in the standings, that every point is necessary for qualification", the footballer admitted.

"We are expecting great support, as we have always felt whenever we travel abroad. I think there has never been a game abroad without any Benfica fans in the stands, so we expect the Benfica fans who are there to show up, support us, and make it a great night", the athlete said about the fans.

After the draw in the previous round, Pauleta spoke about the team's training: "I think what matters most is how we work behind closed doors, every day of the week, the desire we have to do things well, which is what the coaching staff also conveys to us to improve".

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