Benfica coach Jorge Jesus taunts Koeman's Barcelona: We don't want to be like them

Football
30 Oct 2020 • 6:56 PM MYT
Tribal Football
Tribal Football

Tribal Football covers news from the Premier League, LaLiga and Serie A

Benfica coach Jorge Jesus has taken a swipe at Barcelona.

After beating Standard Liege 3-0 in their Europa League clash, Mehdi Carcela declared Benfica as candidates for the title.

"Jorge Jesús likes to have the ball very much. In the first half we had very little possession. With Pizzi and Taraabt, Benfica looks like Barça," said the former Granada player.

At a press conference, Jorge Jesús responded by criticising Barça.

"I will not say that we resemble Barça. The one from a few years ago yes, but the one from now has nothing," he said. "I don't want us to look like Barça now, but I wouldn't mind the one from years ago..."

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved