Farioli cautious on Mourinho’s Porto v Benfica remarks: What matters to me | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli did not want to give attention to Porto - Benfica, the match of the next round of Liga Portugal Betclic. In the press conference previewing the Dragons’ game against Red Star, for the Europa League, the blue and white coach was asked about the clash with the Eagles, but did not want to elaborate on the subject.

"For me, if you have a question about Red Star I appreciate it, because what interests me is talking about Red Star", said Francesco Farioli, when asked if José Mourinho’s words about that match were a provocation towards him.

It should be remembered that Benfica was defeated last Tuesday, September 30, by Chelsea. At the end of the match, José Mourinho took the opportunity to talk about the upcoming game with Porto, which will take place on October 5. However, Farioli did not want to do the same when given the chance.

"It’s an excellent foundation. Porto is a great team, they win everything, score a lot, concede little, everything goes well for them, with much merit. But those who play like we did today... Obviously, you have to be concerned, because it’s a great team, but you don’t have to be afraid", explained José Mourinho, speaking to Sporttv in the flash interview.

Shortly after, he spoke again about the Dragons, with journalists from TNT Sports: "The next two games are FC Porto, away... and Newcastle away [laughter from those present]. It is what it is. I told the boys, Chelsea is better than FC Porto. If you can play like this against them, we have to stay positive".

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