Episode 604 – We Missed You
We recap the 2–0 win over Vitória SC at the Luz: Dahl’s opener, Sudakov & Echeverri super-sub magic, and zero shots on goal conceded! Plus, previewing Thursday’s Europa League clash vs. Celtic at da Luz and our favorite historical milestones. Listen here
Episode 603 – Two Weights, Two Measures
🔴 Welcome to tonight’s LIVE edition of The Benfica Podcast! We are breaking down everything from a chaotic weekend in Portuguese football, starting with the bitter 3-1 defeat to FC Porto at the Estádio do Dragão. What was Lenglet thinking? Did the tactical switch work? Where does the squad stand in the title race? Plus, on this very day, the Benfica Campus celebrates 20 YEARS of excellence—we discuss the legacy, the massive...
Episode 602 – Ugly Ducklings
A night that will live forever in Benfica lore! The Eagles traveled to the iconic San Siro and conquered AC Milan 2–0 on Matchday 1 of the UEFA Europa League, earning the club’s first-ever competitive victory over the Italian giants! Tonight, Alfredo, Cristiano, and Dave break down the tactical triumph in Milan, analyze Sunday’s 3–1 comeback win over Gil Vicente, and look ahead to Sunday’s massive top-of-the-table Clássico...
Episode 601 – Scheldranni
Welcome back to Talking to the Doll! 🦅🔴 Benfica took care of business in style over the last four days, following up a 3–0 victory at Marítimo with a commanding 4–0 win away at Moreirense earlier today! Tonight, Alfredo, Cristiano, and Dave break down both road masterclasses, analyze the link-up play between Gianluca Prestianni and Andreas Schjelderup, and discuss squad rotation as Marco Silva gears up for Gil Vicente at the Catedral...
Episode 600 – Time to Go to Work
On Tonight’s Show: 🇩🇰 AGF Aarhus 2nd Leg Review: Handling the Danish test and advancing 6–2 on aggregate. 🇵🇹 SL Benfica 2–1 Estoril Recap: Pavlidis and Lenglet score; João Palhinha makes his debut in red. 🔄 Full Transfer Window Review: Breaking down every signing and departure—Claudio Echeverri, João Palhinha, Souffian El Karouani, Circati, Kamiński, Sudakov, Dedić, António Silva, and Florentino. 🇪🇺 Europa League League-Phase Draw:...
Episode 599 – Europa League Sandwich
Welcome back to Talking to the Doll! 🦅🔴 European knockout pressure is at its peak! After facing Danish side AGF Aarhus at the Catedral in the first leg of our UEFA Europa League Play-Off, the crew reconvenes to break down the tactics, player performances, and what Marco Silva needs to adjust ahead of the decisive trip to Denmark. Plus, we turn our attention domestically as Benfica prepares to host GD Estoril Praia at the Estádio da...
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