Benfica exit Champions League, Pavlidis sets season’s tone | OneFootball

The defeat and consequent elimination from the Champions League placed a huge burden on the Benfica squad. However, Vangelis Pavlidis, the Eagles’ forward, showed himself focused and ready for the upcoming challenges, stating that there is still much to fight for, especially in Liga Portugal Betclic.

"What began in the playoff on August 6 ends just before the round of 16. Sometimes it’s not enough, but the effort, belief, and unity were there," wrote the Greek international, reacting to Benfica’s elimination from Europe, something that was scrutinized by the international press.

"I am proud of this team and the fighting spirit we showed. Now we will give everything for our chances in the League. Together, Benfiquistas," concluded the number 14, showing he is ready to attack what remains of the season.

"Proud of the fight. Some nights hurt, but they are what make us stronger. Thank you for the support, Benfiquistas, until the end," wrote Andreas Schjelderup, the winger who stood out in the matches against Real Madrid.

Meanwhile, Anatoliy Trubin, in a less expressive manner, acknowledged the Eagles’ elimination at the Santiago Bernabéu. However, the Ukrainian goalkeeper, who scored the winning goal in January (4-2), left a promise: "We fall, we get back up."

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