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Palhinha transforms Benfica's mentality: 'They gain a dimension of solidity they didn't have without him'

Now9 September 2026 at 13:25

José Nunes analyzed Palhinha's influence on Benfica's team, highlighting that the player transforms the team's mentality, giving it a dimension of solidity it previously lacked.

The analyst also commented on news regarding the red team's goal, addressing Anatoliy Trubin's contractual situation. Benfica's SAD intends to extend the Ukrainian goalkeeper's contract as a strategy to reduce the player's salary.

Trubin lost his place in Benfica's starting eleven, with Samuel Soares taking over as the team's main goalkeeper. This change in goalkeeper comes at a time when the club is looking to optimize the squad's salary structure.

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