All eyes on Benfica v Real Madrid, Anísio Cabral makes headlines | OneFootball

Anísio Cabral is the latest young talent from the academy to make headlines. Last Tuesday, January 27, the 17-year-old forward took part in the training session of Benfica, as the team prepares to host Real Madrid, and the new ‘golden boy’ of José Mourinho could be seen giving his all during the training session.

According to the newspaper Record, in today’s edition, January 28, the number 72, who scored his debut goal against Estrela da Amadora, was spotted during the 15 minutes open to the media, practicing finishing alongside the other forwards in the squad, namely Vangelis Pavlidis and Franjo Ivanovic.

The same source explains that finishing efficiency was one of the aspects that drew the most attention from the coaching staff, led by the Special One. In a match where goals will make all the difference, the reds practiced their aim on small goals, with several words of encouragement heard during the drill: "Score a goal".

It’s worth noting that Anísio Cabral is among those called up for the clash with Los Merengues, as his name appears on Benfica’s UEFA List B. Thus, the young World Champion for Portugal sees the opportunity to make his Champions League debut, against Real Madrid.

This season, Anísio Cabral has been in the spotlight wearing the Benfica shirt. The forward has played 16 matches across various competitions: 10 in the Under-19 National Championship, three in the Liga Revelação, two in the UEFA Youth League, and one in Liga Portugal Betclic. In the 697 minutes played, he has scored five goals.

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