Gonçalo Moreira shines again, pushing for a first-team call-up at Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica B faced Feirense with seven players who usually train under José Mourinho's guidance in the starting eleven, but one of the standout figures of the match only came on at halftime. Gonçalo Moreira replaced João Rego in the 63rd minute and needed just seven minutes on the field to shine again in the 3-0 victory against Feirense.

The 20-year-old playmaker dropped back to receive the ball from the defensive line, advanced with it, and combined with Daniel Banjaqui to receive it again in the opponent's penalty area. Moreira, positioned on the right side, shot across the goal, leaving Francisco Meixedo with no chance to save.

In the final minutes, the top scorer in the history of the Youth League received the ball at the edge of the area after a run by Miguel Figueiredo, turned, and cushioned the precise shot of Tiago Freitas. The playmaker recorded his sixth assist of the season with the B team, strengthening his case for the first team.

Gonçalo Moreira continues to climb the ranks in Benfica's development system and is knocking on José Mourinho's door. It's worth noting that the Portuguese coach admitted to having a "soft spot" for the playmaker, who was on the bench during Benfica's home game against Gil Vicente on September 26, 2025.

This season, Gonçalo Moreira - valued at 1.2 million euros - has played a total of 31 official matches: 20 in the Segunda Liga, seven in the UEFA Youth League, three in the Premier League International Cup, and one in the Liga Revelação. In the 1,950 minutes he has been on the pitch, the footballer has recorded 17 goals and 10 assists.

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