Brazilian reaction to Benfica v Flamengo as Gianluca Prestianni at centre of row | OneFootball

Brazil reacted strongly to Benfica v Flamengo at the Estádio do Algarve, where flashpoints overshadowed the pre-season billing and placed Gianluca Prestianni centre stage.

Globoesporte cast the contest as friendly in name only, revisiting Prestianni’s February controversy with Vinícius Júnior from the Real Madrid match. The outlet portrayed the Benfica winger as the aggressor in that episode and noted immediate jeers and insults from Flamengo supporters.

Prestianni came on in the 30th minute. Globoesporte said fouls on him soon after heightened tempers on the pitch and sparked nervous exchanges between the benches.

Flamengo won the game. ESPN Brasil highlighted a duel marked by firm challenges and even verbal clashes between the technical staffs.

ESPN Brasil added that a large Brazilian crowd created a Maracanã-like feel, turning a routine friendly into one of Benfica’s most intense pre-season outings.

Source: Glorioso 1904