Pepa wants Estrela da Amadora to "brush against perfection" against Benfica

Coach Pepa emphasized the need for Estrela da Amadora to perform nearly perfectly against Benfica to secure a win. He acknowledged Benfica's strong form and highlighted the importance of intelligence and effort from his team. Despite recent struggles, including four consecutive losses, Pepa remains optimistic about improving both offensive and defensive effectiveness. He noted the positive influence of former players Mats Hummels and Claudio Pizarro, who visited the team, providing motivation and knowledge. Estrela da Amadora, currently 12th in the league, faces a challenging match against second-placed Benfica.