Froholdt praises Benfica ahead of the clash with Porto | OneFootball

Froholdt, a protégé of Francesco Farioli at Porto, praised José Mourinho's team at Benfica

Victor Froholdt did not hide his anticipation for the Classic against Benfica. The Porto midfielder acknowledged the pressure of the match but also the team's confidence. Nevertheless, the protégé of Francesco Farioli praised José Mourinho's team - who are facing a virus - before the Classic.

“It's a big game. I know it's a game with great pressure, with a great rivalry, and I know what it means to the fans. We also know that Benfica is a good team, with good qualities. However, I think we have shown that if we play at our best level, we can beat them. We are looking forward to the game and will give 100% to win against Benfica and offer that to the club and the fans,” he stated in an interview with Betano Mag.

The Danish international also highlighted the impact of the recent victory against Sporting but emphasized that Porto must be consistent against all opponents: “We beat Sporting and know that winning against top teams can be important to have an advantage at the end of the season. Therefore, we know what it means to win the game against Benfica. We have to win all games, against Benfica and Sporting, but also against the smaller teams.”

In his first season with the Dragons, Froholdt set clear goals for the team: “I hope to be very good with the team and fight for the championship. It's early to say, but we have to keep going in the right direction and try to improve. If we continue like this, I think we have a good opportunity to fight for the championship at the end. Winning the League is, of course, the main goal and also doing well in the Europa League.”

The Porto – Benfica match is scheduled for next Sunday, October 5, at 21:15, as part of the eighth round of the Liga Portugal Betclic. José Mourinho's team visits the Estádio do Dragão four points behind Farioli's team and must win to stay in the title race.

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