Nick Pope warns Newcastle ahead of Benfica Champions League clash | OneFootball

Nick Pope believes that Newcastle is better prepared for this edition of the Champions League than in 2023/24, the last season when the English team participated in the prestigious competition. The goalkeeper, like his coach, also praised José Mourinho, recalling the Benfica coach's history in the Premier League.

“It's something [going far in the Champions League] that this club hasn't achieved for a long time, so it's a great ambition for the group. We have a top team and a top coach, and top teams reach the final stages of the UEFA Champions League,” Nick Pope highlighted.

“We have more experience than the first time [2023/24], so we want to move to the next level. The first time, we didn't have much experience, but now we have that as a team, and it can help us progress,” added Nick Pope, showing confidence for the Newcastle – Benfica match.

Nick Pope also spoke about José Mourinho: “I remember his team at Chelsea conceding 15 goals in a season, and as a goalkeeper, that's something that stays in the memory. He came in and immediately started winning, with a unique style and charisma. As a football fan, it's impossible to forget the time he was at Chelsea.”

The Newcastle – Benfica match is scheduled for this Tuesday at 8:00 PM at St. James Park. The match, part of the third round of the Champions League, is of particular importance for José Mourinho's team after two defeats in the first two rounds of the prestigious competition, against Qarabag and Chelsea.

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