Benfica begins its Liga Portugal campaign in red-hot form under new head coach Marco Silva.

Benfica Opens Its Liga Portugal Season Full Of Confidence

If there was ever a way to make a statement during preseason, Benfica has done exactly that. Ahead of its Liga Portugal opener, live on beIN SPORTS this Sunday, the Portuguese giants have been in outstanding form while navigating the UEFA Europa League qualifying rounds.

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Benfica has scored 11 goals across its last two matches against St. Gallen and Hearts while conceding just once. It's an encouraging start for new manager Marco Silva, who replaced Jose Mourinho following his departure to Real Madrid. After spending the past nine years coaching in England, most recently with Fulham, Silva has returned to Portugal with the mission of bringing the league title back to Benfica.

Pavlidis And Duran Lead Benfica's Attack

One of Benfica's biggest victories this summer came off the pitch by keeping Greek striker Vangelis Pavlidis.

The 27-year-old scored 30 goals last season and will now be joined by Colombian forward Jhon Duran, who hopes Benfica will finally provide the stability needed to fulfill his enormous potential.

Fans in the United States can watch every Benfica Liga Portugal match live throughout the season on beIN SPORTS.

Sunday, August 9
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