Music festival forces Benfica to change plans in Edinburgh | OneFootball

Benfica have altered their plans in Edinburgh, where they face Hearts, because the city is hosting the Edinburgh International Festival. According to Glorioso 1904, the squeeze on accommodation has pushed the squad to a hotel by the airport, away from the centre.

The festival spans almost all of August, turning the capital into a cultural showcase. Classical music, opera, theatre and dance fill the programme, drawing thousands of visitors.

Benfica play Hearts on Thursday in the second leg of the Europa League third qualifying round, kick-off 19:45 at Tynecastle Park. Marco Silva’s side carry a 6-1 lead from the first meeting at the Luz, leaving qualification virtually assured.

Around 800 Benfica supporters are expected at the game. Their meeting point is Grassmarket, in the heart of Edinburgh.

With Casa Pia visiting on Monday in matchday two of the league, rotation in Edinburgh is likely. The expectation is to give minutes to several of the less-used players.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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