Having completed his second season with an eagle on his chest, and appearing in 35 matches in total competitions (4 goals and 3 assists), Gilberto was the team’s first spokesperson at the start of the 2022/2023 season.
“It’s a new era here at Benfica. Expect the Brazilian side, in statements to the media.club communication.
On his return from holidays, Gilberto says he has returned “with everything to this new era at Benfica”, showing that he is committed to providing himself for the new coach, German Roger Schmidt. “I’m sure it’s going to be very hard work, hard work, which is why we always have to worry about working a little bit in the holidays because the pre-season definitely comes very strong for everything that lies ahead.” , explains. .
Acknowledging that he “really missed you,” the 29-year-old also revealed what it was like to be reunited with his teammates: “On vacation, we always end up thinking here, a little, so it was nice to meet them again and I hope we’ll be together.” Now to be able to work hard and we can fight for everything we fight for.”
And he gave a strange answer when asked if he felt he had won the love of the red crowd: ‘I’m the one who’s won them every time I’m on the field! They are different fans, they support us no matter the opponent, no matter who we play against, they are always by our side, they always believe in us and we have to do everything to give back the passion they have for us.”
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