Rui Costa chooses not to join André Villas-Boas in the stands

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·6 October 2025

Rui Costa chooses not to join André Villas-Boas in the stands

The scene repeated itself: Rui Costa and André Villas-Boas watched the classic match from different locations. Just like in the previous visit to Estádio do Dragão, the president of the Eagles followed the match from the seats reserved for the Benfica delegation, accompanied by several members of the club's management. Alongside the former footballer were Nuno Costa, chief of staff, and Manuel Brito, vice-president and administrator of Benfica's SAD.

Villas-Boas took his usual place, also accompanied by various members of his team. Rui Moreira, the mayor of Porto, and Cardinal Américo Aguiar were also noted alongside the Porto official.