Thiago Silva: Sporting or Benfica, which was tougher to face? | OneFootball

Thiago Silva, Porto's defender, considers Benfica to be a tougher opponent than Sporting. Ahead of the classic match against the reds, which will be played this Monday, the experienced Brazilian center-back opted for a diplomatic analysis but ended up pointing out the eagles as the most demanding test.

"They are two great clubs, both seeking to control the game, which poses challenges for the opponent, in this case, us", he began in an interview with TNT Sports Brazil. Nevertheless, the Brazilian international highlighted the current context of the championship and the strength of the Lisbon team.

"Benfica has gone years without winning the League, just like Porto, and Sporting is the current two-time champion. In that aspect, Sporting is more prepared, but since I played little against them, I can say that Benfica was the toughest opponent, due to the context of the game and being our next rival, with a great coach."

Thiago Silva concluded, referring to José Mourinho, who, according to the center-back, "is very strategic". "In the league game here at the Dragão, he played an outstanding match against us", contrasting with the 0-0 draw in the first round of the League.

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