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Marco Silva criticizes Benfica's efficiency after draw

Marco Silva laments Benfica's lack of efficiency following the 2-2 draw with Académico de Viseu.

10 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the opening round of Liga Portugal Betclic, Benfica drew 2-2 with Académico de Viseu. Marco Silva, the team's coach, commented on his team's performance in the usual quick interview after the match.

Silva expressed his discontent, stating that "we cannot concede goals in the manner we did" and lamented the lack of efficiency displayed. The approach taken by Benfica and the strategy used in the match were also topics addressed by the coach.

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