Pavlidis rescues Benfica from another setback, but admits team issues | OneFootball

Vangelis Pavlidis was named man of the match against Gil Vicente. The Greek striker scored a brace in the 2-1 victory over the Minho side and mentioned that the match was tough and that the main takeaway was the three points earned. The player also admits that the team is experiencing some performance issues.

"We played a good game, but it was difficult. In the second half, we didn’t attack as we wanted, but the most important thing was the three points. We’re happy, as we have different games ahead of us," said the striker to the official channels of the Club da Luz.

José Mourinho’s protégé admitted that the team is not going through a good moment: "We all have to fight for the team. When we’re not confident, we have to do twice as much, run kilometers to secure the three points. The last three home games haven’t been good and I have to thank the fans who have always supported us. We will always give 100% for the Club," he concluded.

In the 18th minute, the Greek striker appeared at just the right time inside the box and ‘shook off’ the pressure that was being felt at Estádio da Luz, with the equalizing goal, until the comeback goal arrived. In the 26th minute, following a penalty won by Dodi Lukebakio, he completed his brace.

In this 25/26 sports season, Vangelis Pavlidis – currently valued at 35 million euros – has already played 13 official matches for the Eagles: five in the Champions League, seven in the league, and one in the Super Cup. The Greek striker has scored seven goals and provided one assist.

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