Ríos Criticized After Benfica Elimination: “Only Runs Occasionally

Ríos Criticized After Benfica Elimination: “Only Runs Occasionally

January 8, 2026 David Thompson - Sports Editor Sports

Benfica Eliminated from Allianz ⁢Cup, Questions Arise for José Mourinho and ‌Richard Ríos

Benfica was⁢ eliminated from the Allianz Cup, Portugal’s League Cup, following a ‍loss to Sporting braga, sparking criticism⁣ of manager José Mourinho and midfielder Richard Ríos.The defeat in⁣ the semifinals has intensified scrutiny of the team’s performance.

Braz Frade, a former Benfica ‍director, publicly‍ criticized the team’s showing at the Estádio Dr.‍ Magalhães Pessoa, according to As Colombia on January ⁣8, ⁢2026. Ríos was specifically mentioned ‍as a player under ‍scrutiny.