"We were able to demonstrate the strength of our group"

With a bicycle kick, Arthur Cabral scored the first goal of the eagles against Estrela da Amadora, in a match in which he also provided an assist and ended with a 1-4 win for Benfica. In his analysis of the match on the 19th matchday of the Liga Betclic, the Brazilian striker, who won the Man of the Match award, praised the team's performance. 

"Once again, we were able to demonstrate the strength that our group has, the mentality. Always believe, believe in our team and that we're capable. We managed to turn around a very difficult game in the first half, which is even more difficult. We got three more points," he told Sport TV.

After the result in the League Cup semi-finals, the eagles' number 9 considered the importance of responding and "getting back to winning ways as soon as possible": "Fortunately, we managed to turn the game around in a very difficult match. We leave here happy."

ARTHUR CABRAL'S GOAL

Asked about his acrobatic goal, Arthur Cabral gave credit to Di María for the "great ball" that allowed him to score.

"It was a great goal, but first a great ball from Di María. I was able to finish well and score a great goal," he said.

As well as scoring the equalizer, the striker assisted Rafa and was involved in Otamendi's goal (he headed against the bar and allowed the captain to score in the rebound).

"I'm working to help the group. Game by game, thinking about helping everyone, we're going for the goal of becoming champions", finished the Man of the Match, who has six goals and three assists this season.