Schjelderup steals the show again at the Luz, Benfica boosted | OneFootball

Andreas Schjelderup continues to confirm the progress he has made this season at Benfica and has now received yet another individual distinction. The Norwegian winger was voted the best forward of the month for April in Liga Portugal, in a poll carried out by the league’s coaches.

The Benfica shirt number was in outstanding form throughout the four matches played during the month, taking on a decisive role in several important games for José Mourinho’s side. The young player’s performances ultimately convinced the competition’s coaches.

The 21-year-old forward started April with an assist in the draw against Casa Pia and, shortly after, once again showed his attacking influence by scoring in the win over Nacional. The Norwegian did not stop there and also found the net in the victory against Sporting, in one of the most significant matches of the final stretch of the league campaign.

After some difficulties in his first seasons at Benfica, the winger is now enjoying his best spell since arriving at the Luz. His improvement in performances and the numbers he has produced have boosted both his confidence and his importance within the Benfica squad. Andreas Schjelderup had missed out on the best young player award in March because of his age.

This season for Benfica, Andreas Schjelderup — valued at €20 million — has already made 42 appearances: 27 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup and one in the League Cup. In the 2,464 minutes he has spent on the pitch, he has recorded 10 goals and six assists.

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