Benfica, is one of the most prestigious and successful football clubs in Portugal. Founded on 28 February 1904
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Sport Lisboa e Benfica, commonly known as Benfica, is one of the most prestigious and successful football clubs in Portugal. Founded on 28 February 1904, the Lisbon-based club competes in the Primeira Liga, the top tier of Portuguese football. Benfica is widely recognized for its rich history, passionate fanbase, and dominance in both domestic and European competitions.
Stadium: Estádio da Luz
- Capacity: 64,642
- Opened: 2003
- Location: Lisbon, Portugal
- Nickname: “A Catedral” (The Cathedral)
- Notable Feature: Hosted the UEFA Euro 2004 Final and the UEFA Champions League Finals in 2014 and 2020.
Club Achievements & Honors
Benfica holds the record for the most Primeira Liga titles, making it Portugal’s most successful club.
Domestic Success
- Primeira Liga Titles: 38+ (record)
- Taça de Portugal (Portuguese Cup) Wins: 26+
- Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira (Portuguese Super Cup) Titles: 9+
- Taça da Liga (League Cup) Wins: 7+
European Glory
- UEFA Champions League: Winners (2) – 1960–61, 1961–62
- UEFA Europa League: Runners-up (3) – 1982–83, 2012–13, 2013–14
- UEFA Super Cup: Runners-up (1) – 1961
Philosophy & Playing Style
Benfica is known for its attacking football, technical excellence, and strong emphasis on youth development. The club’s famed Seixal Academy has produced world-class talents who have gone on to shine at top European clubs.
Notable Players & Legends
- Eusébio: One of football’s greatest strikers, led Benfica to European glory in the 1960s.
- Rui Costa: A Benfica legend who also starred for AC Milan and later became the club’s president.
- João Félix: Emerged from Benfica’s academy before securing a €126 million move to Atlético Madrid.
- Ángel Di María: Played a key role at Benfica before moving to Real Madrid and later PSG.
- Darwin Núñez: Became the club’s record transfer sale (€100 million) to Liverpool in 2022.
Recent Years & Future Aspirations
Benfica remains one of Europe’s most competitive clubs, regularly featuring in the UEFA Champions League and challenging for Portuguese titles. The club continues to invest in youth development, smart transfers, and international expansion, aiming to reclaim European glory and maintain domestic supremacy.
With a legendary past and a promising future, Benfica stands as a symbol of Portuguese football excellence.
