The eagles hit the ground running in the Youth League

With a very capable performance, Benfica had the upper hand over Bayern in matchday 1 of the Youth League group and won by 3-0 at Caixa Futebol Campus.

Assisted by Gonçalo Loureiro, Jota entered the German penalty box and put the ball in the back of the net at 14' (1-0).

Shortly after, the Eagles extend their lead to 2-0, a goal scored by Gonçalo Ramos (18') after an assist from Úmaro Embaló.

Close to the final whistle (83'), Jota completed his brace with a right-footed shot (3-0).

Group E standings

Text: João Sanches

Pics: Isabel Cutileiro / SL Benfica