Benfica will look for more consistency as league reaches 1/3 mark

Benfica finds itself at a pivotal moment in the Liga Portugal season, sitting in third place with a game in hand. As the team hits the 33% mark of the league campaign, the need for consistency has never been more pressing. The quest for another title is alive but hinges on performance under coach Bruno Lage, who must navigate through the ups and downs of the season.

Benfica currently trail FC Porto by two points and a victory in their game in hand over Nacional will see the club leap frog their northern rivals and sit five points away from league leaders Sporting who will continue the final two thirds of the season without Ruben Amorim who departed the club to take over the managerial position with Man United.

Consistency is critical for any title contender. Dropping points in crucial matches can have lasting repercussions in the league table and Benfica can not afford to drop any number of points in their battle to catch the league leaders as the season progresses.

With the January transfer window approaching the club will do best to hang onto its top talent while shoring up the club at the right back position and acquiring a central midfielder who can provide both attack and defend when needed. 

Benfica's next set of league matches that will take them to the half way mark of the league season could provide a telling story of what direction they will take within the league as the face off against Arouca, Guimaraes, AVS, Nacional, Estoril, Sporting and Braga.

The need for consistency remains paramount if the club aspires for the title. Bruno Lage's ability to navigate through these challenges will be essential in guiding Benfica's fortunes for the rest of the season. One can only hope that the result does not leave anything to desire.