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Words from Bruno Lage: Championship Ambitions and Achievements
In a press conference leading up to the fiery derby against Sporting, Benfica's head coach, Bruno Lage, laid out his game plans and shared some insights about the season so far. Here's the lowdown on what he had to say:
Game Strategy and Expectations
Lage, as you might expect, emphasized the importance of taking each game one step at a time. He pointed out that while the Estoril match was crucial, it wasn't the deciding factor for the league title. The championship, he asserted, would be determined by the final rounds of the league, making the derby and the following matches absolutely crucial.
He also mentioned his team's unwavering commitment and dogged determination to bring home the victory in the derby.
Success and Achievements
Benfica, before the derby, found itself tied with Sporting on 75 points in the league standings. Lage acknowledged that winning or losing the league wouldn't impact his status as a coach, but the number of titles the team managed to secure in the season would determine its overall success.
One key achievement under Lage's leadership was Benfica's victory in the Taça da Liga – a significant milestone in the team's journey towards the championship.
In the post-derby conference, Lage conceded that although Benfica put in a strong performance against Sporting, they just barely missed the mark, lacking the winning goal that would have clinched the victory. Still, he praised his team for putting it all out on the field and vowed to continue pushing towards the title.
The championship-deciding match between Benfica and Sporting will go down at the Estádio da Luz this Saturday at 18:00, with the league title up for grabs in the 33rd and penultimate round.
A Closer Look: Fans, Di María, and Strategy Behind Lage's Leadership
Stay tuned for more insights on Bruno Lage's approach to managing Benfica, including his focus on rekindling fan involvement, the role of Angel Di María within the team, and the strategies he employs on the field to drive the team's success.
What about European-leagues and Premier-League are Benfica's ambitions, Bruno Lage was asked during the post-derby conference. In response, Lage stated that while his immediate focus remains on the championship within the Portuguese league, he expressed a desire to see Benfica compete in top-tier European competitions like the Premier-League in the future.
