Florentino was named man of the match in the Allianz Cup final against Sporting (1-1, 6-7 on penalties)a trophy that was only decided on penalties where the midfielder also did not lose. “It was my first League Cup and I’m happy with the trophy. It was a very good game and I’m very pleased to win the individual award but that was only possible with the help of the whole team. We didn’t dominate the whole game, but when we did we were compact and that ended up being crucial for our victory”, said the midfielder, to Sport TV, where he revealed he was happy to represent the eagles: “It’s a very good moment, especially for me as I’m at Benfica, which is the club of my heart. .. there’s no better place to be.” The player also guaranteed that this game was not seen as a “rematch” for the defeat suffered in the championship. “I see defeats as learning moments that help us grow. We were able to show our work with personality”, added the player who highlighted the importance of this triumph for the future: “Our club lives off titles. We are grateful and we will continue thinking about the game the game, but this achievement is a boost for the rest of the season.
