Nélson Oliveira sets out clear goal for Vitória de Guimarães v Benfica | OneFootball

Nélson Oliveira has already set two very clear objectives for Vitória de Guimarães’ home match against Benfica. The former player of the Eagles aims to defeat the Luz club for the first time in his career and, furthermore, to score his first goal against Benfica—something he has not managed to do so far in his career.

In his six encounters with Benfica—three with Paços de Ferreira and another three with Vitória de Guimarães—Nélson Oliveira has lost five and drawn one. Additionally, the striker has never found the back of the net against the Luz club—which has received news about a regular starter—and he will be looking to change that scenario next Saturday, November 1.

Nélson Oliveira’s place in the starting lineup is a very likely scenario given the injuries at Vitória de Guimarães. Gustavo Silva and Alioune Ndoye are both out due to injury, and the former Portuguese international is the only natural striker available to Luís Pinto for the clash with Benfica.

While at Benfica, Nélson Oliveira played 24 matches, in which he scored three goals (against Zenit, Marítimo, and Santa Clara) and provided two assists. His debut with the Sacred Mantle took place on October 14, 2011, in a third-round Portuguese Cup match against Portimonense.

Vitória de Guimarães vs. Benfica is scheduled for next Saturday at 8:30 p.m. at Estádio D. Afonso Henriques. The match is part of the 10th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, and José Mourinho’s side is obliged to win to keep up the chase with rivals Porto and Sporting, who currently occupy first and second place, respectively.

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