Benfica

Benfica

3rd in Portuguese Primeira Liga
José Mourinho still backs winless Benfica to advance in UCL José Mourinho still backs winless Benfica to advance in UCL

Benfica coach José Mourinho has not given up hope that his team can advance past the opening phase, despite four defeats in as many games.

Wolves consider ex-Benfica boss Rui Vitória for manager - reports Wolves consider ex-Benfica boss Rui Vitória for manager - reports

Wolves are considering former Benfica manager Rui Vitoria as a possible replacement for the sacked Vitor Pereira, according to reports.

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Which South American players have impressed at the U20 World Cup? Which South American players have impressed at the U20 World Cup?

The U20 World Cup has always been a tournament that showcases the world's best young talents -- but who from South America stood out this year in Chile?

Mourinho heaps praise on Gordon, calls St James' Park 'quiet' Mourinho heaps praise on Gordon, calls St James' Park 'quiet'

Anthony Gordon received a ringing endorsement of his Champions League quality from Jose Mourinho after helping to condemn his Benfica side to a resounding defeat at Newcastle.

Mourinho takes a dig at 'quiet' St. James' Park atmosphere Mourinho takes a dig at 'quiet' St. James' Park atmosphere

Jose Mourinho described the atmosphere at St. James' Park as "nice" and "not difficult" despite his Benfica side losing 3-0 to Newcastle in the Champions League.

Howe: Benfica win a massive result for Newcastle Howe: Benfica win a massive result for Newcastle

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe believes his side "were a constant treat" in their 3-0 win over Benfica in the Champions League.

Harvey Barnes brace helps Newcastle beat Mourinho's Benfica Harvey Barnes brace helps Newcastle beat Mourinho's Benfica

Harvey Barnes scored twice as Newcastle boosted their hopes of making it to the knockout stages of the Champions League with a 3-0 victory over Benfica.

Champions League recap: Arsenal, PSG earn wins in goalfest Champions League recap: Arsenal, PSG earn wins in goalfest

Enjoy all the action of UEFA Champions League matches such as Arsenal vs. Atlético Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen vs. Paris Saint-Germain and Villarreal vs. Manchester City.

Mourinho: Isak's move to Liverpool wasn't easy Mourinho: Isak's move to Liverpool wasn't easy

Jose Mourinho reflects on Alexander Isak's transfer to Liverpool over the summer.

Howe: Newcastle have a strong chance of beating Benfica Howe: Newcastle have a strong chance of beating Benfica

Eddie Howe welcomed the challenge of facing José Mourinho and expressed confidence in Newcastle ahead of their clash with Benfica.

Liga Portugal Table

# TEAM GP GD PTS
1 FC Porto 10 +20 28
2 Sporting CP 10 +20 25
3 Benfica 10 +17 24
4 Gil Vicente 10 +11 22
5 FC Famalicao 10 +7 19
6 Moreirense 10 +2 18
7 Guimaraes 11 -7 14
8 Braga 10 +7 13
9 Estoril 11 +2 13
10 Rio Ave 11 -5 12
11 Santa Clara 10 -3 11
12 C.D. Nacional 10 -4 11
13 Alverca 11 -7 11
14 Estrela 10 -1 10
15 Arouca 11 -17 9
16 Casa Pia 10 -11 8
17 Tondela 11 -14 6
18 AVS 10 -17 2
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Team Leaders

Top Scorers

# Player Goals M A
14 Vangelis Pavli.. 8 10 2
9 Franjo Ivanovi.. 3 8 0
10 Georgiy Sudako.. 2 7 0

Top Assists

# Player Assists M G
11 Dodi Lukebakio 3 5 0
14 Vangelis Pavli.. 2 10 8
18 Leandro Barrei.. 2 10 0