Enzo Barrenechea reaction after Porto v Benfica sparks debate | OneFootball

Enzo Barrenechea’s post-match message has ignited debate after Porto beat Benfica in the Taça de Portugal, with his “HMDP” initials interpreted by some as an insult towards the rival.

Olé reported on the episode, explained the context with a lighter touch, and the story has resonated in Argentina. Many in the comments backed what Benfica’s number five said.

Hours later, the Argentine midfielder clarified on social media what the acronym meant, writing “Humildade, disciplina, muito trabalho, paixão”. The matter is now being examined.

The Clássico was heated, the temperature rising after Gabri Veiga shoved Amar Dedic, triggering a melee on the pitch. There were also shoves between Pavlidis and Samu, with the Spaniard refusing to shake the Greek’s hand.

This season for Benfica, Barrenechea, valued at 15 million euros, has played 29 matches, 15 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, two in the Taça de Portugal, one in the Supertaça and one in the Taça da Liga. Across 2,374 minutes, he has one goal and one assist.

Source: Glorioso 1904