Otamendi vents online, ex-Benfica man: Better times ahead | OneFootball

Nicolás Otamendi reacted to Benfica’s recent moment. The defeat against Qarabag resulted in the dismissal of Bruno Lage and the return of José Mourinho, 25 years later. On social media, the center-back opened up and Ángel Dí Maria left a special message.

“There’s still a lot of season and many goals ahead. The weak don’t try. Today, it’s up to us to work better and keep trying. On Saturday, we’ll have the chance to do it together, as a team,” began the ‘number 30’ of the Eagles.

At the same time, Otamendi gave assurances to Benfica fans, aiming for success throughout the season despite setbacks: “Our moment will come soon. Talent is not enough if focus and conviction are not your priority.”

In the comments section, Ángel Dí Maria, Otamendi’s former teammate at Benfica and with the Argentine national team, left a special motivation for the captain of the Reds, believing that the Eagles will turn things around: “Now comes the best part, my friend. Let’s give it our all.”

Benfica returns to the pitch next Saturday, September 20, at 6:00 PM, in Vila das Aves, against AVS. The match is part of the sixth round of Liga Portugal Betclic. The Eagles will play again in the Champions League on September 30, against Chelsea, in London.

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