Leandro Barreiro shines in Rio Ave v Benfica, star: "Most important..." | OneFootball

Leandro Barreiro did not attach importance to having played a more defensive role. At the end of the match between Benfica and Rio Ave, in which the Eagles left Vila do Conde with a 2-0 victory, the midfielder spoke about the primary objective, which was to secure the three points, and addressed his adaptation to the new position.

"The most important thing is the victory. We knew it was going to be a tough game and we played well. The victory is what matters most," highlighted the number 18, who scored Benfica’s first goal, in statements to Sport TV in the quick interview area.

"We played three days ago and talked among the team. We said we had to start well and start strong, and that’s what we did: we started strong, had many chances, it took a while, but the goal came. That was the idea going into the game," acknowledged the player, who received the MOTM award for the match.

"I adapt. I was a bit more defensive, Sudakov was more offensive, behind Pavlidis. Wherever I play, I will give my all to help the team," added the Luxembourg international, regarding the new role he played in Vila do Conde.

After starting the second half of the league on the right foot, Leandro Barreiro set the tone for what remains of the domestic competition and the Champions League: "Today was the first step, now we move forward. Our goal is to win every game."

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