Orlando Esteves on Benfica’s form under Lage: urgent action needed | OneFootball

On the eve of the match between Benfica and Qarabag, to be played this Tuesday, September 16, at Estádio da Luz, Orlando Esteves analyzed Bruno Lage's press conference as a preview of the game. The sports commentator recalled the coach's journey with the Eagles and emphasized the need for strong performances.

"It seemed to me like a press conference in line with Bruno Lage's profile during this second stint at Benfica. First, he acknowledges that there are things to improve, which is an obvious point. Then, it also seems urgent for Benfica to present higher quality performance levels," Orlando Esteves began by saying in statements to Bola TV.

Next, the sports commentator recalled the decline in performances of Bruno Lage's team during his first stint with the Eagles: "There is a tendency to look at Bruno Lage's entire journey from his first stint at Benfica until now. The reality is that the first stint also has two moments, the first of great success for Benfica, but with a second phase where the team no longer displayed the same quality."

Stating that the squad needs to improve its performances, Orlando Esteves recalled the Eagles' recent draw: "What seems clear to me is that there is a reality confronting us, which is the fact that Benfica needs to improve, both in terms of performance and results, having recently drawn with Santa Clara."

Finally, Orlando Esteves admits that the Clube da Luz needs to offer more than just victories: "It's not enough for Benfica to win; it's important to play well, and that hasn't been happening. There have been goals, victories, the Super Cup win, but what's missing is the performance spark that the Benfica fans have been demanding."

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