Benfica star in the spotlight after the national side's thrashing | OneFootball

André Coelho was one of the standout performers in Portugal’s most recent win, as they faced the Japan national team last night. The futsal player and one of Benfica’s captains stood out, scoring one of the goals in the national team’s 4-1 rout.

with futsal player Neves being the star of the night, scoring twice against the Japanese side, who had few answers for Portugal.

in the 4th minute, following a corner taken by Bruno Pinto. The goal allowed Portugal to go into the break leading 1-0.

In the 32nd minute, already in the second half, Neves found the net for the second time, extending Portugal’s lead. A minute later (33), Célio Coque, who previously came through Benfica’s ranks, scored his first goal to make it 3-0.

Five minutes later, Japan responded and managed to cut the deficit, making it 3-1. However, Jorge Braz’s side did not let up, and André Coelho, one of Benfica’s stars — who is interested in Fabinho — found the Japanese net and wrapped up the scoring at 4-1. Portugal will face Japan again this Saturday, April 11, at 7:00 p.m.

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