Thiago Silva previews the derby: “Benfica are the toughest opponents” | OneFootball

Approaching 42 years old and recovering from an injury, Thiago Silva anticipated FC Porto's challenge against Benfica. In an interview with TnT Sports, the central defender stated that Benfica is the most difficult opponent to face in Portugal.

«Sporting and Benfica are two great clubs that seek to control the game, which causes difficulties for the opponent. (…) Sporting is a two-time champion, so they are more prepared, but I played little against them. So far, Benfica has been the most difficult opponent, with a great coach. José Mourinho is very strategic, in the championship game at Dragão, he played a “super game”.»

«Today I consider Benfica more difficult because they are our next opponent,» he analyzed.

Regarding Flamengo's phase and Filipe Luís's departure from the coaching staff, Thiago Silva regretted the unfolding of events.

«The treatment was not appropriate. They won 8-0 after a difficult period. Flamengo played the intercontinental final against PSG, the athletes did not have a break. It is not easy to disconnect and reconnect suddenly, especially after winning almost everything.»

«Flamengo's decision was already made, no matter what happened,» he concluded.

At 41 years old, Thiago Silva has six appearances for FC Porto, but he hasn't played since February 15.

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