Luís Montenegro calls urgent meeting with Rui Costa, Benfica central to talks | OneFootball

According to Glorioso 1904, prime minister Luís Montenegro has convened an urgent meeting with Rui Costa, André Villas - Boas and Frederico Varandas to address rising tensions in Portuguese football.

Benfica is considered a central party in the talks. The aim is to open dialogue and identify common ground between clubs.

Rui Costa, Benfica’s president, is expected to attend.

The initiative comes at a sensitive stage of the season, with rivalries intensifying in recent weeks and Benfica involved in high-profile episodes, including the trial of the e-mails case. The government aims to cool the temperature and promote stability.

The agenda is expected to include violent behaviour in football and the financial sustainability of clubs. Benfica’s role will be relevant in the discussions. The date and venue have not been officially confirmed, although the intention is to proceed urgently, with further developments in the coming days.

Source: Glorioso 1904