Rui Costa backs Benfica to bounce back after Leverkusen defeat | OneFootball

The president of Benfica, Rui Costa, showed confidence even after the defeat at home to Leverkusen by 1-0 in the Champions League. The Portuguese team is going through a turbulent time in the competition, with losses in all four matches and in 35th place.

“I think all the fans enjoyed the performance, it's a pity it didn't result in a victory. We are currently in a more delicate position to move forward in the Champions League, but I will never stop believing or throw in the towel, there are points to play for and we will do everything for that,” he concluded.

In office since 2021, Costa seeks re-election in the elections happening this coming Saturday (8). During his term, Benfica won the Portuguese Championship, the League Cup, and the Super Cup twice, one of them this season.

A former number 10 of the Portuguese national team, Rui Costa emerged at Benfica in the 90s and, in 1995, moved to Italy to play for Fiorentina. For the Viola, he played 277 games and scored 50 goals, which led to his signing by Milan, who paid over 41 million euros for the player. After 7 years with the Rossoneri and with a Champions League title to his name, the Portuguese returned to his formative club, where he ended his career in 2008.

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