Antonio Silva, World Cup, calendar and Rodrygo’s return: What Schmidt said at the conference – Benfica

How is the team after the match with Paris Saint-Germain? What do you expect from the match with Rio Ave, the next opponent
“The team is in good shape, the players who played on Wednesday at the beginning are a little tired but I think it’s always good to leave the game feeling good. We are ready for the next match. Our job is to be ready, let’s play at home, we want to fight for the three points. I’m thinking Always at 11 for the next match, we only have two days off but my final decision will be tomorrow. Rio Ave is a tough opponent, they have quality players and we are ready for a tough match.”

Antonio Silva’s performance since his debut in the first team

“He is a young player and he is doing very well, he has already played some matches. He has shown his efficiency, which can be relied on at a high level. The defense was good, the team was good. I have no doubts that he is a great talent, he is performing well, but he Part of a team that plays well, just like him.”

Does Antonio Silva deserve to be called up for the 2022 World Cup?

“For the first question, it is up to the coach, he is a coach with a lot of experience and it is up to him to make that decision. It is very important to gain confidence in these big matches, PSG is a team with a lot of quality, and even more so when we have a difficult match after three days. Against Rio Ave. We have to keep the same intelligence and approach. That’s what a great team has to do. With the goals we have, this is how we have to do it every three days. Do it at home, but also outside. We get The confidence from these matches, but we have to show that.”

busy schedule. Is it time to avoid injuries and fatigue?

“I’ve already talked a little bit about it, it’s something I always think about. The situation at the moment is special, between Wednesday and Saturday three days and then two more days for the next game and we have to think about it as the best approach. Decisions that I will finally make tomorrow.”

Thirteen players have a lot more playing time than the rest of the team

“It’s a good sign, it means we can play multiple times with the same start 11. Sometimes we have to make changes because there are injuries. There is a new coach, new players, we have a new approach and so there is pressure to win. When we want to win titles we have to be We are ready from the first minute, we have to have a reliable team and if we have the opportunity to play with the same team in several matches we will take advantage of that. But the whole game is a game and I am thinking about what is best for the team. I can’t say what will happen in the weeks The next few. Everyone around the team is always trying to help the players recover as best they can.”

Neymar’s words and possible red card for Enzo Fernandes to try with Verratti

“I have no comment.”

Players have the incentive to face Rio Ave? Excited discount?

“I understand what you are saying. All the teams are motivated to play for Benfica, we feel that in the away matches but also at home. The teams are very passionate. I always admire the approach of other coaches. They have self-confidence, come to play football and I expect a tough game from the start. We showed in the Champions League match that we are present. Against Juventus we played a very good match. We showed that we can play well even with this suspension and achieve goals this season.”

Rodrigo Pinho enters the last minutes of the match with Paris Saint-Germain

“Rodrygo has been in good shape since preparing for the season. He had an injury and it was difficult for him. It always takes a few weeks of working with the team, but I’m convinced of his quality. He played a few minutes in the second division. The team on Wednesday. He’s fast, with some qualities and creativity and we needed him at the end of the game against PSG. With his speed with the ball, he had a good moment when he finally got to take a free kick. I hope he can show that he can still play And make good matches for Benfica,” he finished.