Villas-Boas mocks Benfica, says Rui Costa has been outclassed by Sporting | OneFootball

Before Porto's team departure to the Netherlands, where the dragons face Utrecht this Thursday, November 6th, in the fourth round of the Europa League, André Villas Boas commented on the heated atmosphere surrounding refereeing and launched criticisms at Benfica, accusing the rival of hypocrisy and political manipulation, also stating that Rui Costa "is in the pocket" of Sporting.

"Porto was the last to be informed about this report. It is a simple report in which we will assist the competent authorities in their evaluation. We will also conduct our internal investigation regarding the facts and from there take the appropriate consequences as well," he began by stating to the present media, then speaking about the reds.

"I cannot help but note the irony and hypocrisy of Benfica's statements, considering the record they currently have of situations and incidents not only at Estádio da Luz but also elsewhere. But Benfica is campaigning. I understand that the two candidates want to clash by insulting Porto, but we have nothing to do with their elections", pointed out the manager, who offered some advice.

"I recommend to both that they worry more about the rival from the second Circular, as Sporting has had the president of Benfica in their pocket for a long time and I think that's what they should be more concerned about, not Porto," added André Villas Boas.

It should be recalled that the referee Fábio Veríssimo reported an alleged attempt of pressure by Porto during the halftime of the match against Braga, played on Sunday at Estádio do Dragão. The report is included in the official match report which ended with a 2-1 victory for the dragons (Learn more HERE).

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