Samuel Dahl hits career high, all thanks to a Benfica pillar | OneFootball

Samuel Dahl is enjoying one of the best spells of his career, all thanks to José Mourinho. When the Benfica coach arrived at the beginning of September, the Swede was barely getting noticed and there was a chance he could leave the club; however, as time went by, he changed everyone’s mind.

According to the newspaper O Jogo, the Nordic full-back is going through a comfortable period at Benfica, where he has shown himself to be one of the most important pieces in José Mourinho’s tactical setup. The number 26 shirt has become an undisputed starter in defence, to the point of playing practically the full 90 minutes in every match.

José Mourinho, as the same source explains, always stood by the left-back, saying that he would make mistakes, but that they were part of his learning process as a footballer. In a recent statement, the Special One gave glowing praise to number 26.

It is worth remembering that since the end of last year, Dahl has been playing at a high level for Benfica, with the Nordic player racking up more than 25 consecutive matches as a starter. With the international break, and being left out of Sweden’s squad, he had the chance to rest.

Besides Samuel Dahl, José Mourinho has also been responsible for the development of another player who has stood out in recent months. Andreas Schjelderup went from being deemed surplus to requirements to becoming important, delivering top-class performances and contributing with goals and assists.

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