Numbers don't lie: Bruno Lage's ghost haunts Mourinho's Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica's season is far from being one of their best in recent years. Going through a new cycle without managing to win the national title, the Eagles - who beat Nacional -, led by José Mourinho, continue to disappoint, and the figures being revealed are clear proof that the performances are well below what would be expected.

According to data released by Playmaker, José Mourinho's Eagles, compared to Bruno Lage's Benfica, head into matchday 30 of the Liga Portugal Betclic with the same number of points (69). However, the similarities end there, and the 2024/25 version even has more reasons to smile.

According to the same source, despite having the same number of points, compared to the same stage in 2025, the Reds, led by the Special One, have scored 10 fewer goals than Bruno Lage's Eagles. On the other hand, in defensive terms, the 63-year-old coach comes out ahead of the Setúbal-born manager, as he has allowed seven fewer shots from opposing teams.

However, the biggest difference between the two versions lies in the standings. Despite having the same number of points, José Mourinho's side are ranked lower than Bruno Lage's Benfica. Moreover, unlike what happened in 2024/25, the Reds are even further away from the top of the league.

It should be remembered that Benfica returned to winning ways in the league after the damaging draw against Casa Pia. The Eagles, led by José Mourinho, wrapped up the match against Nacional in just 14 minutes, with goals from Andreas Schjelderup (3') and Rafa Silva (14'), while the Greek missed a penalty that could have made it 3-0 for Glorioso.

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