Waste and rage in the Light

A record of 36 shots, countless goals conceded, a fantastic performance from goalkeeper Ricardo Velho and many challenges to Roger Schmidt. That sums up Benfica’s third draw in a row in all competitions at home to Farense.

After the mistake in the last round, Schmidt and his team wanted to create a different image for the public. They tried everything before the break, but the ball stubbornly did not go into the goal. Kokcu was the new addition to the eleven, always outperforming his opponent, creating clear scoring chances from the first move. João Mario opened the festival, where the film “Ricardo Velho” was shown. Farense’s goalkeeping was always irresistible during this period. That’s what Rafa and Di Maria say. When he wasn’t Algarve’s goalkeeper, he was the goalposts or mistakes of Benfica players who couldn’t find their way to the goal.

Farense masked defensive difficulties with quick attacks that made it difficult for the Reds to defend. The best chance was at Mattheus Oliveira’s feet, but the ball went past Trubin’s goal.

After the rest nothing changed. Benfica wanted to solve this problem, but the losses continued. Making a random move when nothing could predict it, Falcao froze Luz – 0-1.

Schmidt moved earlier than usual at a very tense moment in Lusha. Several fans rebelled against Joao Neves’ departure and challenged the German as he tried to maintain his position in the face of chants of “Street, street, street.”

The Benfica players did not feel this moment and continued to hit Ricardo Velho’s wall. The Farense goalkeeper simply couldn’t stop Rafa’s shot, who managed to score after nine shots.

Until the end, Benfica charged, shot, tried everything, but did not achieve victory, showing one of the best (amazing) performances of the season.