Leandro Barreiro shines in Rio Ave v Benfica, star: "Most important…" | OneFootball

Leandro Barreiro did not give importance to having a more defensive role. At the end of the match between Benfica and Rio Ave, in which the Eagles left Vila do Conde with a 2-0 victory, the midfielder spoke about the primary goal, which was to secure the three points, and discussed his adaptation to the new position.

"The most important thing is the victory. We knew it would be a tough game and we played well. The victory is the most important thing", highlighted the number 18, who scored Benfica's first goal, in statements to Sport TV, in the quick interview area.

"We played three days ago and talked among the team. We said we had to start well and strong, and that's what we did: we started strong, had many opportunities, it took a while, but the goal came. That was the idea to get into the game", acknowledged the player, who received the MOTM award for the match.

"I adapt. I was a bit more defensive, Sudakov more offensive, behind Pavlidis. Wherever it is, I will give my best to help the team", added the Luxembourg international, regarding the new roles he played in Vila do Conde.

After starting the second half of the championship on the right foot, Leandro Barreiro set the tone for the rest of the national competition and the Champions League: "Today was the first step, let's move forward. Our goal is to win every game".

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