Benfica rivals fume at date of matchday 28 clash: clear disadvantage | OneFootball

Vizela has expressed displeasure at the scheduling of the match against Benfica B, for the 28th round of the Second League, set for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7. The club believes the decision harms the fans and raises doubts about competitive fairness at a decisive stage of the season.

"Vizela and Benfica reached an agreement for the match to take place on April 6, 2026 (Monday)." According to the club, that understanding was duly communicated to the League and also reinforced in a recent scheduling meeting.

Even so, the League chose to keep the originally planned date, justifying the decision with calendar constraints. Vizela disputes this position, stating that the choice goes against "not only the understanding established between the two clubs", but also a commitment previously made by the governing body.

The impact on the fans is another point of criticism, as the club believes the alternative would allow for a greater attendance in the stands. In this regard, it stresses: "This decision devalues the role of fans in the sporting spectacle, penalizing, in particular, its members and supporters." In addition, it recalls that it has already played several matches on weekdays, which it considers a "clear detriment" to support for the team.

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