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Podcast 197 – From Lisbon to Munich
In this week’s podcast… We open up the podcast by looking back at Benfica’s heavy yet somewhat misleading trashing of Braga at Estadio da Luz. Patrick Kendrick who called the game live for the English speaking world offers his views on Benfica’s convincing win. In the second half of the podcast, we look at Benfica’s game against the all powerful Bayern Munich in Germany for the UCL Quarter Finals. A good showing by Benfica, who comes away from Germany with minimum damage. Lastly we look ahead to Academica, which...
read morePodcast 196 – The Emma Experience
In this week’s episode… We took advantage of the international break to interview a very special Benfica fan. You may know her as the Chinese fan that has been featured on several media outlet articles for following Benfica around, we know her has one of our fans and devout Benfica fan – Emma Runyunz. We sat down with Emma to ask her about her fascination with Benfica, and to hear stories from her adventures following Benfica, from North America to the Luz, to her presence at the Derby in Alvalade. thanks for checking us...
read morePodcast 195 – As the time expired
In this week’s episode… We start off the pod by looking back at Benfica’s close call against Boavista. We discuss the game, line up changes due to injuries, and the way the game went down, with Jonas scoring the winner in added time, just when everything seemed headed to Benfica losing first place. In the second half of the Podcast, we discuss the UCL drawing, where Benfica got paired up with Bayern Munich. We discuss our chances, and hopes. Lastly we discuss Renato Sanches’ call up to the national team, for two...
read morePodcast 194 – One of those weeks
In this episode… We start off this week’s show by remembering the week Benfica has had, which continued with a successful trip to Russia where Benfica defeated Zenit to get to the quarter finals of the Champions League. We discuss Lindelof’s, Ederson’s and Paposeco’s performances along with the rest of the team. To close out the topic we look ahead to Benfica’s possible opponents as well as where the two quarter final matches fall in Benfica’s schedule. In the second half of the Podcast, we recap...
read morePodcast 193 – Controlling our Destiny
In this week’s episode… We open up by discussing the Derby between Benfica and Sporting. We talk about Benfica’s approach, Sporting’s early jitters and the way the game turned out amng many other things. In the second half, we look ahead to Benfica’s CL match against Zenit, a game that Benfica goes into with a 1-0 advantage after the first leg. We discuss who will play next to Lindelof in Jardel’s absence, and what approach Benfica should take in this game. Lastly we look ahead to Benfica’s game...
read morePodcast 192 – On the eve of the Derby
In this week’s podcast…. After a week’s absence we are back to recap the P Ferreira and the Uniao da Madeira games. We discuss winning in difficult pitches such as the Mata Real, and the decline of Samaris’ playing. We also discuss Rui Vitoria’s squad management against Uniao, saving players in danger of picking up a yellow card and being suspended for the derby. Patrick Kendrick offers his opinion on Grimaldo, after having seen him for a whole 90 minutes. We also discuss Talisca’s abilities, and offer some...
read moreGuest Post : How does it feel inside the Classico
[The following post was submitted by Mike Martyns, one of our fans who was at the derby, it is an account of his feelings during the game – You can find Mike’s site here and his twitter feed here] I arrived at the Estádio da Luz regretting having missed the always spectacular opening flight of eagle Vitória, but still in time to be a part of the stadium-wide choreography. Despite the nagging rain, the supporters were shouting for their teams and the pitch looked in perfect condition. The atmosphere was simply breathtaking and...
read morePodcast 191 – One for One
We start off by looking at the Classico, a game that Benfica should have won but squandered the opportunity to put porto away in the title race. We discuss Benfica’s lack of effectiveness, which had been paramount in the 13 game win streak. We talk about Jonas’ inability to show up in the important games for Benfica, and how Gaitan and Pizzi were also ineffective. Also a topic, Rui Vitoria’s read of the game, which included a late game substitution of Salvio, who hadn’t seen action yet this season. In the second half...
read morePodcast 190 – Time to go to Work
In this week’s episode…. We open up the pod by looking at this past weekend’s game against Belenenses.. We discuss Mitroglou’s emergence as a starter, Pizzi’s ever present influence and the debut of Lindelof. In the second half, we preview the game against porto in detail, by discussing the timing of this classic, considering both teams’ moments and how crucial this game is for both teams. Lastly we look ahead to Benfica’s UCL first leg game against Zenit. and answer your twitter questions. thanks for...
read morePodcast 189 – Transfer Window Closed
In this episode…. We start off by recapping Benfica’s 4-1 win against Moreirense. An effective victory, and the sense that the team is coming into their best phase of the season. We discuss when Nelson Semedo will return to the starting 11, Mitroglou’s worth, and Jonas Pistolas plight for the Golden Boot. After the break, we take a look at Benfica’s activity in the winter transfer window, and Carrillos signing for next season and how he will affect the team in terms of depth. Lastly we take a look at Benfica’s...
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