“We did everything to win”: Benfica’s players responded on social networks to the draw with Sporting-Benfica

Alexandre Bah, Alejandro Grimaldo, Nicolas Otamendi, Florentino Luis, Joao Mario and Gonzalo Ramos took to social media at the end of the derby against Sporting to leave a message of thanks to the red fans who went to the stadium on Sunday to support the team. . The Spanish left-back wrote on Instagram, a message very similar to Otamendi’s: “We didn’t reach our goal today but we’re still up front. Thanks Benfiquistas for the environment, we’re stronger together.” It wasn’t the result we wanted, that was the three points. But we continued our journey. Once again, thanks to the Benfica fans for their support,” it can be read in the world champions Argentina’s latest post, also on Instagram.

On the other hand, Florentino highlighted the “tie with a bitter taste”. “A draw with a bitter aftertaste! We didn’t lose focus and kept fighting for our goals. Thanks to all the fans for the amazing support. Glory be to God for everything”, while Portuguese international Joao Mario underlined the players’ dedication and was in search of three points in the derby: “We did everything To win, but it wasn’t possible. We just kept going.”

Gonzalo Ramos also highlighted the spirit of the group: “It wasn’t the desired result but we showed what we’re made of! We stay strong,” he wrote.

However, Alexander Bah only used his Instagram “Stories” to leave a comment about today’s game. “Not the result we wanted, but again great support,” the Danish international full-back wrote, sharing a picture of the match.

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Grimaldo:

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Gonzalo Ramos: