2023-10-28 21:49:34
After 25 days, leaving behind that muscle problem suffered in the Champions League (vs. Inter) that also marginalized him from the double date of the South American Qualifiers, Angelito Di María returned to the ring in Benfica. It was 1-1 against Casa Pia in the Portuguese tournament.
The Eagles, with Nico Otamendi as starter (he completed the entire match), had taken the lead in the 41st minute of PT with a goal from Joao Mario. Fideo entered with 25′ left, already in the second stage, and had a chance that passed close to increase the score.
Benfica did not finish it against a modest rival – in the middle of the table – and paid dearly with just nine minutes left. It was finally 1-1. They had just lost in the Champions League against Real Sociedad and now they left two points on the road as far as the domestic competition is concerned.
The good news for Lionel Scaloni and company thinking about what is to come was the return of Fideo and, as always, an Otamendi always present in the lineup. They have 22 points and lead together with Sporting Lisbon, with one game less.
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