benfica

Reyes Joins Benfica

Reyes Joins Benfica

BENFICA have completed the signing of former Arsenal winger Jose Antonio Reyes on a one-year loan deal. The 24-year-old Spaniard makes the move from Atletico Madrid, with the Lisbon club also having the option to buy the player at the end of his loan spell. 8 Aug 2008
Aimar Close to Benfica Move

Aimar Close to Benfica Move

NEWCASTLE'S hopes of signing Pablo Aimar appear to have been dashed with the Argentinian playmaker poised to complete a move from Real Zaragoza to Benfica after the clubs agreed a deal. 17 Jul 2008
Portuguese Soccer Chief Facing Court In Fraud Probe

Portuguese Soccer Chief Facing Court In Fraud Probe

The former president of Portuguese football club Benfica was arrested in London today amid allegations of fraud. 9 Jul 2008
Benfica Get Balboa

Benfica Get Balboa

BENFICA have completed the signing of midfielder Javier Balboa from Real Madrid. 26 Jun 2008
Benfica Lawyer Backs Porto Ban U-Turn

Benfica Lawyer Backs Porto Ban U-Turn

BENFICA lawyer Joao Correia believes the decision to overturn Porto's exclusion from next season's Champions League is 'favourable' to the club he represents. 14 Jun 2008
Rocha Favours Benfica Move

Rocha Favours Benfica Move

Tottenham defender Ricardo Rocha would welcome a return to Portugal this summer to rejoin Benfica. 28 May 2008
Chalana Would Welcome Eriksson Appointment

Chalana Would Welcome Eriksson Appointment

BENFICA caretaker coach Fernando Chalana would be happy to have Manchester City boss Sven-Goran Eriksson succeed him at the club. 11 May 2008
Eriksson Could Turn Down Benfica

Eriksson Could Turn Down Benfica

Sven-Goran Eriksson is contemplating turning down an offer from his old club Benfica because he believes bigger and better opportunities will come his way. 9 May 2008
Six-Match Ban for Horror Tackle

Six-Match Ban for Horror Tackle

BENFICA midfielder Augustin Binya has been banned for six UEFA matches following his red card for a high challenge on Scott Brown in the Champions League clash with Celtic. 16 Nov 2007
Binya Challenge 'One of the Worst' - Referee

Binya Challenge 'One of the Worst' - Referee

The man who sent off Benfica's Augustin Binya for a knee-high lunge on Celtic midfielder Scott Brown has dubbed it "one of the worst tackles" he has seen. 9 Nov 2007
UEFA to Probe Binya Horror Tackle

UEFA to Probe Binya Horror Tackle

NYON, November 7 (Champions League) - UEFA have confirmed they will investigate the tackle by Benfica's Augustin Binya which forced Celtic midfielder Scott Brown out of Tuesday night's Champions League game. 8 Nov 2007
Hoops Haunted By Mistakes and Regrets

Hoops Haunted By Mistakes and Regrets

Coach Tommy Burns insists Celtic must cut out individual errors if they are to end their run of dismal Champions League away days with victory over Benfica. 23 Oct 2007
Milan Open With Win Over Benfica

Milan Open With Win Over Benfica

European champions AC Milan began their Champions League defence with a 2-1 win over Benfica team at the San Siro. 19 Sep 2007
Euro Preview: AC Milan v Benfica

Euro Preview: AC Milan v Benfica

AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti believes the Champions League will be harder to win this year than it was last season. 18 Sep 2007
Teen Freddy Ready to Make His Mark

Teen Freddy Ready to Make His Mark

American midfielder Freddy Adu insists he is ready to take his chance with Benfica. 7 Sep 2007
Everton Bid for Benfica Star

Everton Bid for Benfica Star

English Premier League outfit Everton moved a step closer to landing midfielder Manuel Fernandes from Benfica. 14 Aug 2007