Benfica are already on their way to Lisbon City Hall. Orlov will host Carlos Moedas

Benfica bus returns to Estádio da Luz

The Benfica players have already left the city hall and are now heading to the Estadio da Luz. The team will have a gala dinner tonight to complete the title celebration.

Singer Marisa Liz sings national champion anthem

Scarves in the air: emotions between players and fans mark the ceremony in the municipality

The Benfica team, along with the coach and other members of the club, went up to the balcony of the City Hall. Emotions were visible on the part of some players, namely Alejandro Grimaldo, who leaves the team after eight years of playing for the Eagles.

The players, the coach and the president greeted the fans and showed the trophy. At one point, Rui Costa asked everyone to raise their scarves while singing a hymn to the eagles.

“We are a family, we are a single voice,” said the Benfica president.

“We were at the top of the standings from the first round. We are Benfica champions,” emphasizes Rui Costa.

Rui Costa began by saying he “humbly thanks” for being invited to the Lisbon Chamber after Benfica became national champions, four years after the last title.

“We were at the top of the standings from the first round. We are Benfica champions,” he stressed. “This is the title of resurrecting pride. With every title that Benfica wins, we gain more strength and courage.”

The President of the Orlovs emphasized the unconditional support of the fans, who all over the country celebrate and rejoice at the achievements of each player. Benfica is a mythical club created from the glory and passion of many Benfica fans. We are the most popular and most successful club,” he said.

Rui Costa also took advantage of the performance to pay tribute to Fernando Chalana, the deceased player. “This title is also yours,” he stressed.

“We will do our best to be here next year,” he concluded.

Carlos Moedas praises Rui Costa: “Sport owes a lot to him, Lisbon owes a lot to him”

Carlos Moedas praised the president of the red club during his speech at the municipality. “Sport owes him a lot, Lisbon owes a lot to him,” he stressed.

“Some say that Benfica is a nation, today it is a city, and this is Lisbon. The difference is in your strength. Never forget that your name is the name of a great city. Long live Lisbon, live Benfica!” .

Coins also thanked the players and the coach for their efforts during the season. “Congratulations on your 38th.”

Marisa Liz sings for Benfica at the ceremony

Portuguese singer Marisa Liz sang in honor of the eagle team during a ceremony in the municipality. The artist sang her own song “That’s how it was” and congratulated the players on their victory.

“Long live Benfica!” he said.

The players are photographed with Carlos Moedas on the steps of City Hall.

The national champions have already entered the Lisbon Chamber and made the famous photo with Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas on the main staircase.

The Benfica players will now head to the main hall to continue the ceremony.

The team arrived at City Hall

The red retinue has already arrived at the Lisbon city council. Fans are greeted with great euphoria by the national champions, who sing that “the champion is back.”

Euphoric fans await Benfica’s arrival at City Hall

The Benfica bus has already left the Estadio da Luz stadium.