"Either you kill, or die on your feet"

In the preview of Benfica-Real Madrid, on matchday 8 of the Champions League league phase, José Mourinho promised an ambitious and balanced approach in the fight for a victory that would allow the team to cherish the possibility of advancing to the next stage of the competition.

11 hours

"We have to play a perfect game"

Otamendi previewed Benfica-Real Madrid from the 8th round of the Champions League league phase, emphasizing that the Eagles must be at their best offensively and defensively to achieve their goal of winning.

11 hours

Tomás Araújo: "It's a special game"

In exclusive statements to BTV, Tomás Araújo previewed the "special game" that Benfica will have against Real Madrid, counting for matchday 8 of the Champions League league phase, which is scheduled to kick off at 8 pm this Wednesday, January 28. The Eagles' center back said he expects an "incredible atmosphere" at Estádio da Luz and revealed that "the group is doing well and is confident" to face the Merengues. "All teams have weaknesses. We have ours and Real have weaknesses too. It's up to us, in the game, to expose ours less and theirs more. I believe it will be a great football game, and in the end, I hope that victory will come to Benfica", said Tomás Araújo.

11 hours

All eyes on Real Madrid

Under José Mourinho's command, Benfica professional football squad continued preparing for their match against Real Madrid, which will take place at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, January 28, at Estádio da Luz. At Benfica Campus, the Eagles are working with their sights set on the Champions League league phase matchday 8 fixture. Youngsters Arnas Voitinovicius, Daniel Banjaqui, José Neto, Rodrigo Rêgo, and Anísio Cabral took part in the session.

16 hours

Tondela-Benfica: tickets temporarily sold out

Matchday 20 of the Liga Betclic 2025/26.

18 hours

Benfica training session

Team preparation on the eve of the match against Real Madrid, in the 8th and final round of the Champions League league phase.

19 hours

Agenda: football and indoor sports

Sport Lisboa e Benfica's official matches (and results) until February 1, 2026.

20 hours

Pure joy at meeting your idol

Hugo had a dream of meeting the Eagles squad and, in particular, his favorite player: Prestianni. The Benfica Foundation and Professional Football joined forces and made the 14-year-old's wish come true.

Yesterday

Resilience and a strong mindset seal the semi-final spot

In a very emotional match, Benfica beat Torreense 2-3 after extra time and qualified for the semi-finals of the Portuguese Cup, where they will face SC Braga.

18 January 2026

Thank you, Rute Costa!

Sport Lisboa e Benfica and the Portugal international goalkeeper have reached an agreement to terminate their contract.

13 January 2026

Agenda: football and indoor sports

Official matches (and results) of Sport Lisboa e Benfica until January 11, 2026.

11 January 2026

Benfica nominated for Best Club in the World

The Glorioso is on the list of candidates for the award given by Futsal Planet for 2025.

04 January 2026

Arthur nominated for best in the world

Benfica's winger is on the list of nominees for Best Player of the Year 2025, an award given by Futsal Planet.

04 January 2026

National champions brought Christmas cheer to A NOSSA CASA

Another Christmas, another year in which Benfica's men's futsal team once again sponsors A NOSSA CASA (a children's shelter belonging to Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa). The players visited the center to deliver gifts to the children in the spirit of Christmas. It was a unique moment for kids and adults alike. See the best images.

15 December 2025

Eagles beat European champions!

Against HC Palau, in round 3r of Group B of the WSE Champions League Women, Benfica showed great form and won by a clear 4-1.

11 January 2026

Intelligence to achieve the goal

On Matchday 1 of Group B of the WSE Champions League, Benfica beat Hockey Bassano 1954 by 4-2.

06 November 2025

Victory in the "clássico" and flight to the top

Benfica beat FC Porto 4-2 in round 2 of the first phase of the National Championship and took sole leadership of in the standings, being the only team that has yet to lose points.

29 October 2025

Flight to the last 16!

Benfica beat Arcada Galati 3-1 (1-0 in the golden set) in the second leg of the last 32 of the CEV Challenge Cup.

06 January 2026

Onward in Europe!

Benfica managed to knock out Spanish side CD Heidelberg Las Palmas by winning the golden set (10-15) and secured their place in the third qualifying round of the CEV Women's Champions League.

30 October 2025

Dressed to impress on their return to the European stage

Benfica beat CD Heidelberg Las Palmas 3-1 in the first leg of the second qualifying round for the CEV Champions League.

23 October 2025

Trophy as proof of resilience

In an unpredictable final, which was decided after two overtimes, Benfica believed, was resilient and beat Quinta dos Lombos 85-86 to win their 3rd Federation Cup trophy. This Sunday, January 11, the red and white party at the Albufeira Sports Pavilion was brightened by the presence of Benfiquistas. See the images of yet another success...

11 January 2026

Congratulations on winning the 3rd Federation Cup!

Message from Rui Costa, President of Sport Lisboa e Benfica.

11 January 2026

To the limit: Federation Cup won!

Benfica beat Quinta dos Lombos 85-86, after two overtimes, to claim their third trophy in the competition.

11 January 2026

Control led to an undisputed victory

With authority and quality, Benfica defeated HF Karlskrona 36-33 in a game on matchday 4 of Group E of the EHF European League.

18 November 2025

Congratulations, Women's Handball!

Message from Rui Costa, President of Sport Lisboa e Benfica.

23 August 2025

Eagles win the Super Cup!

At Pavilhão Multiusos de Sines, Benfica defeated Madeira SAD 26-18 and lifted the trophy.

23 August 2025

18th António Leitão Benfica Race: registration now open!

The event is scheduled for the weekend of March 28 and 29, 2026.

12 January 2026

Caio Bonfim is world champion in the 20 km race walk

Benfica athlete wins 4th medal at World Championships and makes Brazilian athletics history.

20 September 2025

Congratulations, Isaac Nader!

Message from Rui Costa, President of Sport Lisboa e Benfica.

17 September 2025

Fernando Pimenta is World Champion again!

The Benfica canoeist won the K2 event (29.2 km) to close the Marathon World Championships in Gyor, Hungary.

07 September 2025

Fernando Pimenta is world champion!

The Benfica canoeist won the K1 short distance final in Gyor, Hungary, where the Marathon World Championships are being held, and took home the gold medal.

04 September 2025

Under-23: Pedro Casinha is world champion in K2 500 meters

The Benfica canoeist teamed up with Gustavo Gonçalves and won the gold medal at the World Championships held in Montemor-o-Velho.

27 July 2025

Telma Monteiro's donation to the Benfica Museum – Cosme Damião

An icon of Benfica and Portuguese judo, Telma Monteiro donated the kimono she wore in her last competition for the club, specifically the National Club Championship in October 2024, which earned her the women's title, to the Benfica Museum – Cosme Damião. The judoka also donated the belt she wore during her last Olympic cycle. “It's the place where it makes the most sense to stay, leaving a little of my legacy, preserving my history with Benfica,” said Telma Monteiro.

30 May 2025

Thank you for so much, Telma Monteiro!

The end of her sports career after 24 years competing, 17 of them with Sport Lisboa e Benfica. She takes over as the club's judo coordinator.

09 December 2024

Thank you, Telma Monteiro!

On Monday, December 9, judoka Telma Monteiro announced the end of her sporting career.  It's been “24 very special years”, 17 of which have been spent with an eagle on her chest and, at the time of his farewell, there is “eternal gratitude”. “I'm ending my career exactly as I wanted to, with the feeling that I've given everything I had to give, and that everything was as it should be,” she said. Thank you, Telma!

09 December 2024

Silver Eagles at the Mixed Relay Clubs European Championships

The Benfica triathlon team claimed 2nd place on the podium in the competition held in Alhandra.

11 October 2020

European clubs vice-champion in mixed relay

In Alhandra, Benfica finished the triathlon event in the 2nd position.

05 October 2019

A bronze João Pereira at the Triathlon World Cup in Salinas

The athlete from SL Benfica climbed on to the podium in the competition held in Ecuador.

22 October 2018

European Under-23 Championship: gold for Diogo Ribeiro in the 50-meter butterfly

The Benfica swimmer won his third medal at the competition in Slovakia.

28 June 2025

Congratulations, Diogo Ribeiro!

Message from Rui Costa, President of Sport Lisboa e Benfica.

27 June 2025

European Under-23 Championships: Diogo Ribeiro wins gold in the 50-meter freestyle

Benfica won the final and set a new national record.

27 June 2025

Congratulations on winning the Super Cup!

Message from Rui Costa, President of Sport Lisboa e Benfica.

05 October 2024

Eagles win the Super Cup!

Benfica beat Sporting 24-5 on Saturday, October 5, lifting the trophy for the 8th time in history.

05 October 2024

National Champions!

After beating Sporting by 25-0 in the final, Benfica won the National Championship of the Honor Division.

28 January 2024

Congratulations on the 6th Super Cup!

Message from Rui Costa, President of Sport Lisboa e Benfica.

06 October 2024

Eagles win the Super Cup!

Benfica beat Clube Fluvial Portuense (19-7), winning the trophy for the 6th time.

06 October 2024

Eagles win the 5th Super Cup!

The Women's Team of Benfica beat Cascais WP (29-7) this Saturday afternoon, October.

07 October 2023

Benfica partners with the first Padel Fair in the country

The 1st edition of Expo Padel World brings together professionals and fans of the sport at the MEO Arena on June 29 and 30.

28 June 2024

SL Benfica and HP join forces to boost ESports in Portugal

This agreement consolidates the Club's leading position in the development of e-sports in Portugal.

10 April 2024

National champion begins title defense

The Presidential Tribune of the Estádio da Luz is the stage for the opening stage of the 1st phase of the eLiga Portugal (eSports), from Friday, February 9 to Sunday, February 11. National virtual football champion in 2023, the Reds set off in search of the title with a team made up of Rodrigo Marques (RODR7GOL), Diogo Gonçalves (DIOGO10) and Gonçalo Domingues (GD8). Here are the images from day one of the competition...

09 February 2024

The Return of the Heroes: Simão and Cardozo

As part of the 20th anniversary of the new Cathedral, celebrated on October 25, the members of Sport Lisboa e Benfica had their say and selected 20 of the Club's players who stood out during this period. Simão and Cardozo were two of those chosen for the Champions Wall at Estádio da Luz and, in an informal conversation, they opened their hearts, and revealed stories, all on a bridge built between the past and the future, built of memories and memories lived with an eagle on their chest in the iconic venue... Not to be missed!

17 November 2023

The Return of the Heroes: Simão and Jonas

As part of the 20th anniversary of the new Cathedral, celebrated on October 25, the members of Sport Lisboa e Benfica had their say and selected 20 of the Club's players who stood out during this period. Simão and Jonas were two of those chosen for the Champions Wall at Estádio da Luz and, in an informal conversation, they opened their hearts, and revealed stories, all on a bridge built between the past and the future, built of memories and memories lived with an eagle on their chest in the iconic venue... Not to be missed!

16 November 2023

The Return of the Heroes: André Almeida

Sport Lisboa e Benfica's Members selected 20 of the Club's players who stood out during the 20 years of the new Cathedral, celebrated on October 25. André Almeida was one of those chosen for The Champions Wall at Estádio da Luz.

10 November 2023

Agenda: football and indoor sports

Sport Lisboa e Benfica's official matches (and results) until February 1, 2026.

20 hours

Pure joy at meeting your idol

Hugo had a dream of meeting the Eagles squad and, in particular, his favorite player: Prestianni. The Benfica Foundation and Professional Football joined forces and made the 14-year-old's wish come true.

Yesterday

Unity and sharing reinforced through solidarity action

Victims of the war in Ukraine, 18 children and 15 mothers, who are part of a rehabilitation program in Portugal promoted by HelpUA.pt, enjoyed moments of joy at Benfica Campus, where they met Trubin and Sudakov. Between autographs and photographs, the meeting organized by the Benfica Foundation and the Club's Professional Football reinforced hope, unity, and sharing. The surprise culminated with their attendance at the Eagles' match against Estrela da Amadora (4-0), on matchday 19 of the Liga Betclic, showing that football is also about embrace and solidarity. See the images...  

Yesterday

Nine years without King Eusébio

January 5, 2014, is a date forever etched in the memory of the Benfiquistas, but not only. It was the day that Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, Benfica's greatest legend and also a symbol of Portugal, passed away - and it's been nine years of missing our King! 

05 January 2023

Women's Football: new players in photo shoot

Official photos day for the new faces of the women’s football team of SL Benfica.

09 February 2022

"This is a time for unity and ambition"

President Rui Costa spoke to Benfica fans at the event commemorating the 73rd anniversary of Casa Benfica Caldas da Rainha.

26 November 2025

Solidarity Christmas at Estádio da Luz

On Tuesday, December 24, the European Champions Hall at the Estádio da Luz was decorated to host a Christmas dinner organized by the Benfica Foundation and Casas Benfica, in partnership with Santa Casa da Misericórdia and the Comunidade Vida e Paz. A moment of communion and fraternization - attended by President Rui Costa and the Foundation's CEO, Carlos Moia - which allowed those present to celebrate the festive season together with the Benfiquista Family! In other parts of the country and beyond, where there are Casas Benfica, the initiative's intention to become more and more widespread was also evident this year. See the best images here...

24 December 2024