Custódio Castro warns before Benfica v Alverca, recalls Real Madrid | OneFootball

Custódio Castro emphasized that Alverca's goal is to secure the three points at Luz. In the pre-match conference, the Portuguese coach spoke about the possibilities for the Ribatejo team, facing several issues, and recalled that not even Real Madrid managed to defeat Benfica.

"Despite the difficulty and the greatness of the opponent, it is up to us to have the motivation and ambition to try to do what no one else has done, including Real Madrid", the Ribatejo coach began by saying, stating what the objective will be at Estádio da Luz.

"Benfica made some adjustments, they have a great coach, one of the best in the world, and that is good for the Primeira Liga", added Custódio, praising the return of José Mourinho, while analyzing the main differences of the Luz Club after the first round match, where the Eagles won 2-1.

"If we look at Benfica's squad, if Prestianni doesn't play, Rafa will play. Sidny [Lopes Cabral] or Schjelderup might play, Ivanovic or Pavlidis could play", the Alverca coach pointed out, explaining that the Reds have several players who can make a difference in the match.

"We have to present the same strengths we had in the last games. We know the stadium is big and many of our players will be playing at Luz for the first time. I've already warned them not to be dazzled by the stadium and the opponent, and to really believe in what they can do in the game", concluded Custódio Castro.

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