Glorioso 1904
·23 December 2025
Hugo Oliveira hits out and raises questions over Benfica v Famalicão

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·23 December 2025

Hugo Oliveira commented on the incident involving Nicolás Otamendi in the Benfica – Famalicão match, contradicting the opinion of most experts. In statements made after the final whistle, the Famalicão coach expressed disagreement with the decision made by referee André Narciso.
“The game ended up being decided by a detail that ultimately favored the opponent. When we jump, we control what's in front of us, we have to open our arms. Who went against whom? That's the question I leave hanging,” the Famalicão coach began.
Hugo Oliveira's analysis extended to the refereeing class. “It's becoming increasingly difficult to be a football referee in Portugal. I wouldn't wish anyone to be a football referee in Portugal. It's extremely difficult. First, because of all the decisions to be made on the field. There's always someone who is not satisfied.”
“Human movement is not a frame-by-frame movement; those who understand television perception, movement, and images know that in frames, images can be misleading. The movement is not so natural. The more opinions we have, the harder it is to be unanimous,” added the leader of the Famalicão team.
Regarding the Benfica – Famalicão match, Hugo Oliveira concluded: “There are moments in the game when my players, I, other coaches, other players, no longer know if it's a penalty. And that's extremely complicated. Now I imagine the people at home. It's not even about today's situation, which I think is natural in the game. We all need to be concerned.”
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