Bruno Lage on Akturkoglu after Benfica v Fenerbahçe: no hidden message | OneFootball

Bruno Lage was a happy coach at the end of Benfica - Fenerbahçe. The Eagles triumphed 1-0 at Estádio da Luz, in the match counting for the second leg of the Champions League play-off, and advanced to the main draw of the millionaire competition. In the flash interview, he analyzed the game and also spoke about Kerem Akturkoglu, the only scorer in the match between the Eagles and the Turks.

"Our goal was to win the game and maintain great emotional control, not to be carried away by the euphoria of our fans, but rather by the strategy. We had to be the ones in control of the game, and that’s what we did. We started strong and played a very good 90 minutes. We won and secured access to the UEFA Champions League," Bruno Lage began by saying.

The Eagles’ coach continued, with praise for his midfield: "Even jokingly, I asked mister Carvalhal about the difference it makes to play with Tino and Barreiro. I don’t know if he’s still in the studio... Barreiro alongside Tino is just that, it’s important for people to understand that when you play with Barreiro, you’re not just playing with another defensive midfielder."

Then, Bruno Lage addressed the goal and the celebration of the Turkish winger for the Eagles, who decided the Benfica - Fenerbahçe match: "It’s not a message. Regardless of whether there’s an offer, Akturkoglu is this: an excellent player, a great professional, and a great man."

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