Benfica will end the under-23 team at the end of this season

Benfica will discontinue its under-23 team after this season to focus on junior and B teams for player development. The club aims to streamline talent progression from under-19 to the main team, enhancing training processes and competitiveness. The under-23 league, established in 2018/19, has seen various winners, with Benfica currently in 14th place this season.