Benfica exit Champions League, Pavlidis sets season’s tone | OneFootball

The defeat and consequent elimination from the Champions League left a huge weight on the squad of Benfica. However, Vangelis Pavlidis, the forward for the team, showed focus and readiness for the upcoming challenges, stating that there is still much to fight for, particularly in the Liga Portugal Betclic.

"What started in the playoff on August 6 ends just before the round of 16. Sometimes it's not enough, but the effort, belief, and unity were there", wrote the Greek international, reacting to Benfica's elimination in Europe, something that was scrutinized by the international press.

"I am proud of this team and the fighting spirit we demonstrated. Now we will give everything for our chances in the League. Together, Benfica fans", concluded the number 14, showing readiness to tackle the rest of the season.

"Proud of the fight. Some nights hurt, but they are what strengthen us. Thank you for the support, Benfica fans, until the end", wrote Andreas Schjelderup, the winger who stood out in the matches against Real Madrid.

Meanwhile, Anatoliy Trubin, in a less expressive manner, acknowledged the team's elimination at the Santiago Bernabéu. However, the Ukrainian goalkeeper, who scored the winning goal in January (4-2), gave a reassurance: "We fall, we rise".

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