Ivo Pinto on the importance of Ajax v Benfica: It's going to be a... | OneFootball

Ivo Pinto has no doubt that it will be an interesting game. The 35-year-old footballer previewed the match between Benfica and Ajax, regarding the fifth round of the Champions League, and believes it will be a match that will not disappoint the fans. Furthermore, the former Porto player warned about the difficulties posed by the Dutch team.

"It will be a very interesting game, considering the current form of both teams, which have been going through a less positive phase. Especially Ajax", began Ivo Pinto, a player for Fortuna Sittard, in an interview given to the newspaper Record.

"Ajax is always Ajax. It is a team that enjoys having the ball, always playing in a supported manner, and invariably has players with great individual ability", added the experienced player, highlighting the strengths of Benfica's opponent.

"Considering José Mourinho's profile, it doesn't surprise me; it perfectly fits his way of seeing football", stated the former Porto player, agreeing with the Special One's statements about a possible qualification for the next stage.

"I always try to support Portuguese teams. The [UEFA] coefficient counts a lot and, at the moment, the Netherlands is ahead of Portugal", added Ivo Pinto, finally, when talking about the participation of national clubs in European competitions.

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