FC Porto hosts Benfica in round 14 of Portuguese Primeira Liga. The match will be played on Friday, January 15th at Estádio do Dragão (Porto)
Sergio Conceicao's charges recently beat the Eagles in the national Super Cup (2-0) and won the prestigious trophy. Last season, the Dragons managed to bypass competitors at the finish line and win the title. In the current championship, Sporting made a quantum leap (four points ahead of the pursuers). Porto played successfully in the Champions League group stage, and having outranked Olympiacos and Marseille, the team advanced to the playoffs. In terms of personnel, the team was formed even in the last season. This year, Porto is only closing problem positions. Taremi, Toni Martinez, Evanilson, Grujic, Felipe Anderson, and Sarr are good newcomers to the club. Oliveira, Marega, Diaz, Pepe, and goalkeeper Marchesin are in excellent shape.
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The loss of the championship last season forced the leadership of the Eagles to take drastic measures and change the coach. Experienced Jorge Jesus became the new coach of Benfica, and the club created optimal conditions for his work. Benfica shares 2-3 place with Porto in the standings, prepares for the Europa League playoffs, and has every chance of claiming gold in Primeira. Despite the loss of Ruben Dias (left for Manchester City), Benfica has definitely become stronger this season. The center of defense was strengthened by experienced Otamendi and Vertongen. Talented Everton and Pedrinho appeared in midfield, and Waldschmidt and Nunez began to rock in the attack. Judging by the statistics of the current championship, the newcomers from the attacking group are the most efficient.
In the recent Super Cup match, the Dragons managed to shut out and beat dangerous opponents in a pragmatic manner. Sergio Conceicao's charges are perfectly prepared in terms of tactics, and they know how to hold back the onslaught of opponents. Benfica is less defensive because the team relies on attacking football. The upcoming game promises to be intense and competitive, and there is a feeling that the fans will see an exchange of goals scored.
Prediction for the match: Both teams to score - yes
