Alfredo Fumacas - Podcast Details

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3PL LiveMastering Communication: A Conversation with Alfredo FumacasCheck out the latest episode of 3PL Live, featuring Alfredo Fumacas, the Director of Logistics at Continental Logistics. Fumacas embarked on his podcasting journey 14 years ago, where he initially shared stories related to a Portuguese soccer team. In this episode, he provides valuable insights on effectively conveying your message, even when English is your second language. He emphasizes that the key is not getting bogged down by filler words like "uhms" and "aws." What truly matters is successfully conveying your message and ensuring that your point comes across clearly.2024-01-1237 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 402 - Calming and relaxingOn this week's episode... AJ Duarte aka Negative Jorge joins us to recap the Boavista game, where Benfica had a relatively easy time against a 10 men Boavista, and for once provided for a relaxing watch, and we looked ahead to a crucial game against Braga at The Quarry where Benfica will have a change to move up to 3rd place with a win.2021-03-171h 00

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 401 - A first half to B-SadOn this week's podcast... We start by looking back at the second leg of the Portuguese Cup semi-final where JJ opted to rotate the squad, a convincing win against a good Estoril that despite being in Portugal's second tear, showed themselves at a good level through both legs. Next we look at the game against B-Sad, a first half to forget, a second half to remember, as the team showed signs of growth at both a playing and a confidence levels. Lastly we look ahead to Boavista at Luz when Benfica hopes to get revenge for the first round 3...2021-03-1049 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 400 - Europa No MoreOn this week's podcast...We look back at the Arsenal and Rio Ave games, and look ahead to the second leg of the Portuguese Cup semifinal against Estoril, and the match up against B-Sad for the Liga Nos 2021-03-031h 03

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 399 - What If...On this week's podcast... What if..... We recap Arsenal and look ahead to the second leg, we discuss the Leite for Vlachodimos change, penalties uncalled, and a look ahead to Rio Ave.2021-02-2459 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 398 - Troopz from Barstool SportsOn this week's podcast... We welcomed Troopz to talk Arsenal, and the banter was very lively, so lively to the point that we decided to leave the depressing talk behind. Enjoy.2021-02-171h 09

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 397 - 11 at the turnOn this week's podcast... We look back at the Guimaraes and Famalicao games, discuss if Ramos should be getting more time in lieu of the lack of goal scoring from both of our starting forwards. Look at Benfica's covid cases for the season and determine how it has effected the teams performance, and look ahead to Estoril and Moreirense.2021-02-101h 12

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 396 - and then there were 9On this week's podcast.... We start off by recapping the B-Sad win, which booked us a place in the semifinal round against Estoril. We then turned our attention to the derby, where Benfica had a chance to close the distance to Sporting, but instead we were left in a bigger hole. We discuss the approach to the game, and why Benfica needed to do more. We also discussed the transfer window, the Rui Costa interview, and looked ahead to Guimaraes and Famalicao.2021-02-031h 33

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 395 - (No)ExcusesOn this week's podcast.... We look back a Covid stricken Benfica, and our matches against Braga in the semifinals of the League Cup, and another league game in which we find a way to lose points. Covid has hit the team hard, but can Covid be an excuse for a Braga game which we could have won, and a Nacional game where we played for 15 minutes? We discuss both sides of the Covid coin, and try once again decipher what is going on with this team. In the second half, we look ahead to the Portuguese Cup quarter finals...2021-01-271h 29

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 394 - COVID StrickenOn this week's podcast... We look back at Benfica's game against porto; we discuss tactical changes, attitude, and where do we go from here. Benfica will play in the semifinal of the League Cup under the dark cloud of Covid after announcing that 17(!) members of technical staff, roster, and directive have tested positive for COVID. We look ahead to the match up against Braga, and consider some coincidences 2021-01-201h 09

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 393 - Clean SheetsOn this week's podcast... We recap the two clean sheets against Tondela, and CF Estrela for the Portuguese Cup, and look ahead to the match up at the dragao where Benfica hopes to end their 4 game losing streak against porto.2021-01-141h 05

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 392 - Flooded in AzoresOn this week's podcast.. We are running out of words, and logic to understand what is going on with Benfica. We look at the 3 parties to blame after another abysmal 45 minutes of football where we get pushed by minnows. Players, JJ, and front office all have their share of blame in the current situation. Before we turned off the mics we look ahead Tondela and Estrela games. Happy New Year everyone.2021-01-061h 03

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 391 - Bye 2020On the last podcast of 2020... We look back at the Super Cup game against porto, we discuss attitude, grit, commitment, all of which were probably part of Luisao's talk to the team at the end of the game. We also discussed the game against last place Portimonense, a tale of two halves, in opposite sides of the spectrum. 2020 has been and extremely unusual year, thank you for tuning in to us, we wish that 2021 is much better than 2020, both from a personal perspective, but also that Benfica can rise to glory in 2021. Happy New Year everyone 2020-12-301h 14

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 390 - A Welcome GiftOn this week's podcast... We look back at Benfica's win in Barcelos against Gil Vicente, preview another crucial match for Benfica under JJ in this season's Super Cup against Porto. We discuss the importance of the game against Porto and how it could set the stage for an extremely difficult January month. Lastly we look ahead to the next game of the Liga Nos against last place Portimonense.2020-12-231h 05

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 389 - ResiliencyOn this week's podcast.... It's a triple play of game recaps, first we looked back at the last match of the Europa League group stages, where Benfica had minimal hopes of finishing first in the group, then a game against Vilafranquense for the Portuguese Cup where Benfica exercised their logical domination against a second division team. The last recap was of the Portuguese League Cup against Guimaraes for a spot in the competition's final four, where Benfica struggled to be efficient in front of goal but were able to book a spot in the final four after the penalty...2020-12-171h 16

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 388 - To the WireOn this week's podcast... We look back at both the Lech Poznan and P. Ferreira games, and look ahead to Benfica's last game in the group stages of the Europa League 2020-12-091h 06

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 387 - Chasing ResultsOn this week's podcast.... We recap both the Rangers game and Maritimo games, in which Benfica had to come from behind to salvage points. We discuss Otamendi's play, the possibility of confidence being a big factor in the team's current form, and we look ahead to the Lech Poznan and P. Ferreira fixtures.2020-12-021h 21

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 386 - Time for DebutsOn this week's podcast.... After the international break Benfica returned to action in this season's debut of the Portuguese Cup. None of the internationals made the game roster as JJ opted to include 9 "B" team players and 2 juniors in the game call up sheet. The score line is not indicative of Benfica's domination of the game, but of their lack efficiency in front of goal. We recap the game, discuss JJ's presser comments and wonder if there's a message behind it. We then look ahead to Benfica's Europa League fixture in Scotland against Rangers, and Liga Nos' next fixture...2020-11-2556 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 385 - OLÉ DefendingOn this Week's podcast.. We look back at both the Rangers and Braga games, where Benfica struggled defensively. From wrong line up choices, players who are not at a level needed, or perhaps the universe's karma, we break it all down.2020-11-111h 01

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 384 - Squad FreshnessOn this week's podcast... We briefly touch up on the election results, recap Standard Liege, discuss the embarrassing performance against Boavista, and preview Glasgow Rangers, and Braga games.2020-11-0453 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 383 - An Important TimeOn this week's podcast...On the eve of the elections, Alfredo takes a moment to speak about the club's moment, the division, the hatred, and the ugly mutual disrespect among fans. We get back to our regularly schedule program recapping the Lech Poznan game and the Belenenses SAD game, and look ahead to Standard Liege with the help from Scott Coyne of the Belgium Football Podcast and Benfica's domestic trip to the Bessa to face Boavista.2020-10-281h 16

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 382 - Walk in the RiverOn this week's podcast... We open up by discussing Benfica's walk in the park win against Rio Ave; look ahead to Europa League match day 1 against Lech Poznan and close it out by previewing the Belenenses SAD match up this coming Monday.2020-10-2140 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 381 - Market CloseOn this week's podcast... We look back at Benfica's match against Farense where Benfica was able to come away with the three points, but also lots to review for improvements during the international break. We also discuss Benfica's activity in the transfer windo, who went out, who came in, and we offer our overall opinion on the window as a whole. Thanks for listening 2020-10-071h 10

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 380- Until next time CaptainOn this week's podcast....We start off by discussing the Ruben Dias and Nicolas Otamendi deal.We then recap the Moreirense game, where Benfica could have smashed Moreirense had it not been for the many wasted opportunities. To wrap it all up, we look ahead to Benfica's match against newly promoted Farense at Estadio da Luz.2020-09-3054 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 379 - Herzlich WilkommenOn this week's episode.... Benfica opened up their domestic campaign against last year's Cinderella team, Famalicao. A handful of goals and 4 changes from the midweek match up against PAOK, ensured Benfica got the 3 points in the inaugural game of the season. We recap the game, and discuss the performances of Waldschmidt, Everton and Darwin. Lastly we look ahead to Moreirense at Estadio da Luz this Saturday.2020-09-2350 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 378 - Zivkovic SquaredOn this week's episode..... We look back at Benfica's loss at PAOK, which saw Benfica out of playing Champions League ball, and the missing out on participation millions. We also looked ahead to the inaugural game of the Liga Nos 20/21 season against Famalicao.2020-09-1746 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 377 - Let's Go!On this week's podcast...we look recap Benfica's last pre-season match against Rennes, look ahead to UCL qualifier match against Paok, run through the Liga Nos domestic fixtures, and touch up on Darwin Nunez, and rumors of possible arrivals.2020-09-0953 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 376 - A New SeasonOn the inaugural episode of the 20/21 season.... We look at the summer signings, discuss UCL pre-qualifier, touch up on rumors, and try to get back into the swing of things.2020-09-031h 07

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 375 - Ready for what's nextOn this week's podcast... We look back at the last game of the 19/20 season, discuss the abysmal performance by Benfica, We then turn our attention to the unveiling of Jorge Jesus which we hope will usher in a new era of glory for club. We go through the roster and our loanee list and play our "Sell, Keep, Loan" game, and discuss signings, start of next season and UCL qualifiers.2020-08-051h 35

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 374 - 1,000 miles to JamorOn this week's podcast... We welcome Filipe D'Avillez the author of "1,000 miles to Jamor" a book about the road to the Portuguese Cup final, that follows the minnows of Portuguese football, and the passion that surrounds Portugal's second biggest trophy. We also recapped the last game of the season against Sporting, and looked ahead to the season's curtain call against porto in the Portuguese Cup You can buy Filipe's book from Prime books (Portuguese) or from Pitch Publishing (English)2020-07-291h 22

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 373 - The second coming of JesusOn this week's podcast...We recap Benfica's game against Desportivo das Aves, a match surrounded by factors that expose the bad side of Portuguese football, and of small teams being run by outsiders. We then get to the juicy part of the podcast with Cristiano and Alfredo discussing the appointment of Jorge Jesus, from opposite ends of the spectrum. Lastly we look ahead to Benfica's last game of the regular season against our eternal rivals - Sporting.2020-07-221h 28

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 372 - It is, what It isOn this week's episode... We look back at Benfica's tie against Famalicao, the win against Guimaraes, and we look ahead to Desportivo das Aves match up.2020-07-151h 21

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 371 - Verissimo until the endOn this week's podcast.... With Lage gone, and Verissimo at the helm, Benfica recorded their 3rd win in 14 games. We discuss what has changed; was it the attitude? or was just the fact that balls went in? We also look ahead to two difficult matches against Famalicao and Guimaraes.2020-07-0845 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 370 - End of the LageOn this week's podcast....It's the end of the line for Bruno Lage. After Benfica's latest and second consecutive loss, Lage and LFV reached the conclusion that there were no longer conditions for Lage to continue at the helm of this team. We briefly recap the game, and get into the team's current abysmal situation. We discuss guilty parties, possible candidates, and approach to the remaining 6 games of the season. Lastly, we look ahead to Benfica's next game at Estadio da Luz against Boavista.2020-07-011h 15

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 369 - Vietnam FlashbacksOn this week's episode...Timo joins us as we recap the Rio Ave game where Benfica struggled once again, but ended up sealing the 3 points, perhaps with the help of two opposition red cards. We also recap Benfica's loss to Santa Clara at Estadio da Luz by the score of 3-4. Last time Benfica gave up 4 goals at the Luz was in 1997, in the middle of the "Vietnam" era. We are now 4 points off the pace for the championship with 6 games left, and playing horrible, non-committal, uninspiring football. The result against Santa Clara may have dictated the end of th...2020-06-241h 24

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 368 - Tourism in AlgarveOn this week's podcast we look back at Benfica's game against Portimonense, where Benfica decided to take the second half off, and squander a 2 goal advantage. We discuss the possible disconnect between team and coaches, lack of leadership, and Lage being out-coached. We also look ahead to this Wednesday's match where Benfica will once again benefit from a Porto slip up, and can go even on points.2020-06-171h 03

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 367 - BenfichismOn this week's episode...As the Liga Nos returned, Benfica was presented with a golden opportunity to take over first place. Entering the game against 14th place Tondela knowing Porto had lost their game, Benfica couldn't muster enough creativity, ideas, and intensity to beat Tondela at an empty Estadio da Luz. We look back at the game, discuss the team's performance, Lage's substitution choices, and wonder why we can see things in the game that Lage misses. We touch up on the the latest "scandal" story featuring the club so many love to hate, Benfica. Lastly we look ahead...2020-06-1057 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 366 - Carlos dos Santos - Playmaker 10On this week's episode.... We welcome Carlos dos Santos, who is not only CJ Santos' dad, but also the co-creator of Playmaker 10 a company that helps your kids navigate the European football waters as a young kid trying their luck abroad. We also spoke to Carlos about CJ's upbringing and trajectory until he got to Benfica. Luis Felipe Vieira was on BTV this past Monday, we pulled out a few statements from the 90 minute interview and we offer our opinion. Lastly, the Liga Nos is back! Benfica returns to the pitch this Thursday against Tondela at an empty Estadio d...2020-06-031h 32

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 365 - Light at the end of the tunnelOn this week's episode.....As the season nears its' return we bring you up to speed on all the latest on the return of the Liga Nos including actual days and times for the next 10 fixtures. Yes, you read correctly, days and times. We also review all the stadiums that have already been approved to hold games on the return. Turning our attention to Benfica, we discuss a variety of topics: midfield shuffle, forward situation, depth of squad to accommodate injuries, among other topics.2020-05-281h 18

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 364 - Sergiu AntonOn this week's podcast....We welcome Romanian born Sergiu Anton, who had a brief stint with Benfica juniors, training and playing along side players like, Ferro, Ruben DIas, Joao Carvalho, Diogo Goncalves, Alfa Semesdo among others. Sergiu talks about his experience at the Seixal, Braga, and Nacional da Medeira. Sergiu, who is the founder and currently runs Roca Technical Soccer in Canada, also offers some advice to young players who want to make football their life. 2020-05-201h 26

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 363 - T-minus 3 weeksOn this week's episode.. We discuss the new information from the Portuguese government to restart the Liga Nos. Testing, monitoring, rules, regulations all have been established to provide safe conditions for the return. We also discuss the possibility of the league being played in only 6 stadiums upon the return. Few transfer rumors also. Stay Safe.2020-05-131h 10

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 362 - The ReturnAfter a short absence we are back doing what we love. On this episode, we discuss the league's eminent return, as the Portuguese government has authorized the return to training for Liga Nos teams. We discuss the current situation in Portugal, the return of Benfica to training, the plan to restart the league, among other things. We hope you are all staying safe.2020-05-0657 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 361 - Keaton ParksOn this week's episode... We welcome Keaton Parks to talk about his young career. From the days in Frisco, to the Big Apple, we discuss his arrival in Portugal, signing with Benfica, making his first team debut, and his return to the United States to play in the MLS. We still had some time to play the player name word association game.2020-04-0851 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 360 - Sports TalkOn this week's episode.... We welcome Alex Seixeiro from Canada's The Fan and Sports Net to talk through what has been the impact, and the direction of sports talk, in a time where all sports are on pause. Alex also happens to be a big Benfica fan, we discuss last season's success with Bruno Lage, how he's seen this season so far, how he thinks should be the future of this season, and we play a player-word association game with Alex. Thanks for listening, stay safe.2020-04-011h 03

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 359 - Loan ListOn this week's podcast.... We look at Benfica's players that are on loan, what they have done this season, and our opinion on whether they will return or not. We will also discuss how this stoppage affects both the progression of young players on loan, and the one's that are on the shop window, that Benfica hope sell.2020-03-2656 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 358 - Impact COVIDOn this week's podcast....No way to get around the global pandemic that is COVID-19, this week we welcomed back friend of the pod Patrick Kendrick to get a first person account of what has taken place in Italy, and how it as effected both society and calcio. We then turn our attention to Portugal and discuss what will happen to the 19/20 season, how Benfica has approached this pandemic, and the possibly damaging financial consequences.2020-03-181h 20

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 357 - QuaranteamedOn this week's episode.....We answer a couple fan questions, we recap the Setubal game, and look ahead to the Tondela game, which will be played behind closed doors as a precaution to the COVID-19. 2020-03-1156 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 356 - Crisis ModeOn this week's podcast.... It's hard to find the positives, after all Benfica was on the verge of going 10 points clear, but fast forward 4 weeks and we see ourselves out of Europa League, and trailing by 1 point in the championship race. We recap Shakhtar and Moreirense, while offering our opinion on the team's moment. We also look ahead to the Setubal game, Cristiano awards his Chicken Fingers award, and we share what we learned on this week's episode.2020-03-041h 09

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 355 - Failbruary?On this week's episode.... We recap the Shakhtar and the Gil Vicente games, introduce a new feature called "Cristiano's Chicken Fingers Award". We then discuss what we can take away from a decisive month of February, look ahead to the second leg against Shakhtar. Lastly we preview the Moreirense game, and look ahead to the month of March.2020-02-261h 14

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 354 - 7 to 1 in 7 daysOn this week's episode.... We start this week's podcast by addressing the sad situation that took place this past weekend. There was no way to dribble around this topic, we offer our opinion and suggestions, on a behavior that has no place in present or future society, racism. We then recap Benfica's loss to Braga, preview the Shakhtar , and Gil Vicente game that will take place this Thursday, and Monday respectively.2020-02-191h 11

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 353 - Third time a charm?On this week's episode...we take a deep and lenghty look at the Classico, from the coin toss to lubed up walls, we got you covered. We also recap the Famalicao game, and look ahead to another important game at Estadio da Luz against SC Braga.2020-02-131h 23

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 352 - Dirty SheetsOn this week's episode.. We recap both the Belenenses SAD and the Famalicao, two games with the same scorelines in which Benfica struggled to put the games away and showed some defensive frailties. Lastly we preview the big Classico at the dragao where Benfica can decide how close the championship race will be until the end of the season.2020-02-061h 04

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 351 - Furniture moversOn this week's podcast... We recap Benfica's win at the Mata Real, look ahead to Belenenses Sad at Estadio da Luz this friday, and the first leg of the Portuguese semifinal against Famalicao.On this week's podcast... We recap Benfica's win at the Mata Real, look ahead to Belenenses Sad at Estadio da Luz this friday, and the first leg of the Portuguese semifinal against Famalicao.2020-01-2948 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 350 - 7UpOn this week's episode... We record our 350th episode, and what an episode, as we got to recap Benfica's win at the Alvalade, which allowed us to go up 7 points on porto in the table. On the second half of the podcast we look ahead to Benfica's next Liga Nos match away at P. Ferreira.2020-01-2256 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 349 - Ugly Ducklings ShineOn this week's podcast... We recap both the Aves, and Rio Ave games, and look ahead to the Lisbon Derby against Sporting. P.S. Our audio crapped out at the end of the podcast and we had to cut it short.2020-01-1646 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 348 - One shot to rule them allOn this week's podcast.... We catch you up with a brief recap of the League Cup and Portuguese Cup games that took place before the end of the year. We then look back at the difficult game in Guimaraes against Vitoria, where Benfica was able to come away with the 3 points, despite not being the best team on the field. Nonetheless the first half goal by Cervi and a solid defensive effort in the second half was enough to prolong our 16 game winning streal away from Estadio da Luz. In the second half of the podcast we discuss Julien Weigl's...2020-01-0859 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 347 - Hitting strideOn this week's podcast... We start things off by looking back at Benfica's home match against Famalicao, we then turn our attention to the two cup games, Braga for the Portuguese Cup, and Setubal for the League Cup. Before we go we discuss the rumors about Benfica being interested in Julian Weigl from Dortmund, and the chance to bring back Nic 2019-12-181h 15

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 346 - Too much, too lateOn this week's podcast... We look back at the game against Boavista at the Bessa, where Benfica rode the away support wave to get the three points. We then discussed Benfica's last game of the UCL group stages, where Benfica stamped their entry into the Europa League. We discuss the change in approach by Lage in Europe, and ponder what could have been had this approach been used from the start. Lastly we look ahead to Benfica's home match against this years cinderella team of the Liga Nos, Famalicao. thanks for listening 2019-12-121h 06

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 345 - Mountains and ValleysOn this week's podcast... We look back at the Leipzig, Maritimo, and Covilha games. throughout these 3 games Benfica hit peaks and valleys, the disappointing collapse in Germany after being 2-0 into the 90th minute, the trashing of Maritimo at the new pitch at the Luz, and the poor result against second division Covilha for the League Cup. We look at Lage's choices, and decisions, the affirmation of Vinicius as the #1 choice at forward, and Benfica's lack of competence to dispatch a second division team. In the second half of the podcast we look ahead to Benfica's visit to the...2019-12-041h 12

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 344 - Almost Black SaturdayOn this week's episode... With Black Friday upon us, we recap the Vizela suffered win, the trip to Leipzig that will dictate Benfica's future in Europe. We also catch up with some renewal news, and cap it off by looking ahead to Benfica's next Liga Nos game in the new pitch at Estadio da Luz.2019-11-271h 01

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 343 - Honey, we're Pregnant!On this week's episode... We look back at Benfica's game in the Azores, against Santa Clara, discuss the struggles this team has had outside of Estadio da Luz, ponder what this team's identity is, and how the news of Mrs Lage's expectancy galvanized the team at half time against Santa Clara. We also discus the possible incursion by Benfica into the winter market, talk about the rumors surrounding Yonny Gonzales, and players who are free that could be a good fit. We will pause for international break, and will be back in 2 weeks.2019-11-1350 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 342 - New improvements, and continued struggles.On this week's episode... We go from positive to negative recapping the visible improvements in the last two games of the Liga Nos against Portimonense and Rio Ave, to the the continued frustration with the poor showing's in Europe. We talk about line up changes, conventional knowledge head scratchers, squad rotation, and youth versus experience. We finish up by looking ahead by previewing Benfica's next league game against Santa Clara.2019-11-071h 22

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 341 - Keep it MovingOn this week's episode.... We look back at the Lyon and Tondela wins, discuss the state of the pitch at Estadio da Luz, and look ahead to Benfica's next games against Portimonense, Rio Ave, and matchday 4 against Lyon in France.2019-10-3050 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 340 - Back Refreshed?On this week's podcast... After a long international break, we are back with another episode. This week we look back a Benfica's Portuguese Cup match against Cova da Piedade, look ahead to UCL matchday 3 against Lyon, where Benfica must win in order to keep their European hopes alive, and we cap it off by previewing this weekend's Liga Nos match away versus Tondela. 2019-10-2354 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 339 - Voice to the PeopleOn this week's episode... We decided to give voice to the fans to discuss anything related to Benfica.2019-10-091h 32

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 338 - Veni, Vidi, ViniciusOn this week's podcast.... We look back at Benfica's matches against Guimaraes for the League Cup, and Vitoria de Setubal for the Liga Nos. We discuss line up changes, the struggles in the final third, and Benfica's moment of form. On the second half of the podcast we look ahead to Benfica's match day 2 in Russia against Zenit, and discuss the choking of a fan by Luis Felipe Vieira in the AG.2019-10-021h 26

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 337 - SafourovicOn this week's episode... We look back at Benfica's tough game up in Moreira de Conegos where a small pitch and a lack of imagination made for a 90 minute nail biter. Employee of the month Seferovic grabbed the winning goal in added time when Rafa had tied the game after being down for most of the half. We also discuss some of Luis Felipe Vieira's interview, and look ahead to Benfica's domestic matches against Guimaraes(League Cup) and Setubal for the Liga Nos.2019-09-2554 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 336 - BenxitOn this week's episode.... After International break, Benfica was back in action both domestically and in Europe. We recap the match against Gil Vicente, and match day one against Red Bull Leipzig at the Luz, and look ahead to this upcoming Saturday's game against Moreirense. In between we discuss line up choices, European approaches, and the 18/19 balance sheet. 2019-09-1948 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 335 - Almeidinhos ReturnsOn this week's Benfica podcast.... We start off by recapping Benfica's win at the Pedreira, discuss the transfer window, turn our attention to the UCL and Allianz Cup draws and look at Benfica's September schedule 2019-09-0453 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 334 - Lessons to be LearnedOn this week's episode..... We look back at Benfica's loss in the classico against porto. Steve breaks down the game tactically, and explains what when wrong. We also discuss the midfield pairing, and the forward pairing, and think it's time for some changes from Lage's part. Lastly we look ahead to another hard game this weekend, against Braga at the quarry. 2019-08-2852 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 333 - Over / UnderOn this week's podcast... We welcome PortugueseSoccer.com to help preview the Clasico against porto this weekend, but before that, we recap the Belenenses game, discuss the RDT and Seferovic partnership, and their lack of goal output. 2019-08-211h 18

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 332 - League OpenerOn this week's Benfica Podcast..... We look back at another 5 goal result for Benfica in the opening match of the Liga Nos, look ahead to Belenenses, and take a quick look at pot 2 where we will be in the UCL 2019-08-1441 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 331 - 5uper 5tart On this week's podcast.. We welcome Adrian from Rabona TV to help us break down the Derby in the Supercup against Sporting, and to share his project as well as his trip to Santa Clara CA to watch Benfica live for the first time. The Chalkboard Steve also joined us to breakdown the game tactically. Lastly we look ahead to Benfica's league opener against P. Ferreira this upcoming weekend. 2019-08-071h 13

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 330 - Until Next Time On this week's episode... We take a look back at Benfica's last game of the ICC against AC Milan, where Benfica capped of their participation winning all 3 games. We welcomed Mike D to talk about his special experience at Foxboro. We recap the ICC, and look ahead to the official kickoff of the Portuguese domestic competition with the match up against SPorting in the Super Cup. 2019-07-311h 03

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 329 - United States of Benfica On this week's podcast... we look back at Benfica's first two games of the ICC against Chivas and Fiorentina, look ahead to the last game against Milan, and discuss some news items. 2019-07-2646 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 328 - ICC BoundOn this week's podcast... We look back at Benfica's first two friendlies of the season, and offer our opinion on the new signings. Cristiano caught up with Keaton Parks for an update on how the Benfica loanee is doing in the MLS, and lastly we look at the travel roster for the ICC and discuss some news tidbits.2019-07-1759 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 327 - The Boys are BackOn our first episode of the new season... We look at who is in and who is out, take a look at who is at camp, look at Benfica's pre-season schedule, and briefly discuss the domestic fixtures for the new season.2019-07-0946 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollOff Season Bonus Episode - 18/19 Best of Part 5On the last part of the best of the 18/19 season, we pick up back up on the first leg of Benfica against Eintrach, and revel on the Felix hat trick, only to contrast with the disappointment of the second leg. On the final stretch, we talk about the game at the pedreira, the final game of the season and thoughts on the team's performance under Lage.2019-07-0354 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollOff Season Bonus Episode - 18/19 Best of Part 4On another bonus episode...this time we go back to Lage's era in progress, right after the Benfica's trashing of Sporting at the Alvalade, the balls in Turkey, the 10-0 against Nacional, and the win at the dragao that put us in first place for good.2019-06-2646 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollOff Season Bonus Episode - 18/19 Best of Part 3On this bonus episode....we flash back to the time Rui Vitoria, was saved by a light, then finally sacked, to Lage's appointment. In between you can listen to our despair on Benfica's situation, our momentary happiness for Vitoria's almost sacking, the speculation on new coaches, Cristiano mentioning Taarabt may have a chance with a new coach, the huge let down of Vieira's about face, and the relief of Rui Vitorias sacking. featuring snippets from special guests, Joao Magalhaes, and Toronto's own Alex Seixeiro. Enjoy 2019-06-1849 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollOff Season Bonus Episode - 18/19 Best of Part 2On another best of podcast... We take a trip down the 18/19 memory lane, as we cover the last week's of Vitoria, Episode 300, and the first mention of Bruno Lage.2019-06-1150 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollOff Season Bonus Episode - 18/19 Best of - Part 1While you're hopefully enjoying the off season and missing Benfica, we decided to put together some highlights of the early part of the season podcasts. From pre-season to Renato's goal at the Luz, enjoy the little snippets, and highlights of our podcast.2019-06-0557 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 326 - Season WrapOn this week's extra long podcast.. We wrap up the season by talking through some defining moments of the season, and our highs and lows. We also give our player awards with special distinction to Cristiano's Chicken Fingers award. Lastly we play the game of keep, sell, loan with the squad and tell you what we think Benfica should do with each of the players. thank you for listening, and for supporting us throughout the season.2019-05-291h 47

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 325 - (32+5=37) Champions!On this week's podcast... Benfica are Liga Nos Champions for the 37th time. We briefly discuss the Santa Clara game, talk about the championship, and the celebrations.2019-05-2250 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 324 - 1 Point awayOn this week's podcast.... We recap the Rio Ave game, discuss Samaris' renewal, and look ahead to the title game at Estadio da Luz this weekend where Benfica can claim their 37th championship title thanks for listening 2019-05-1549 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 323 - Rafa to the rescueOn this week's episode.. We recap the Portimonense game, and look ahead to the tough trip up north to play Rio Ave, in the penultimate round of the Liga Nos. thanks for listening 2019-05-0948 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 322 - Second Half DynamiteOn this week's episode.... We recap the huge win at the Pedreira, and look ahead to Benfica's next match against Portimonense at Estadio da Luz. thanks for listening 2019-05-0147 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 321 - Back to Manco CityWe look back at Benfica's second leg of the Europa League quarter finals, where Benfica lost a two goal aggregate advantage and got knocked out by Eintrach Frankfurt. We also recap Benfica's beating of Maritimo for the Liga Nos, and look ahead to the crucial game at the Pedreira against Braga this weekend.2019-04-2457 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 320 - The fights continueOn this week's episode... We look back at the Eintrach and Setubal games, and look ahead to the second leg against Eintrach and this monday's Liga Nos match against Maritimo at Estadio da Luz.2019-04-171h 06

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 319 - Usual SuspectOn this week's episode.... We look back at the Sporting and Feirense games, look ahead to Eintrach and Setubal, and answer your twitter questions.2019-04-101h 04

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 318 - Swiss QuartzOn this week's podcast... We are back after international break, we break down the Tondela game, discuss VAR, look ahead to the second leg of the Portuguese Cup against Sporting, and this weekend's match against Feirense. We had Bruno Barros come in and talk about his Diabinhos project which you can find here 2019-04-031h 02

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 317 - We called, You answeredOn this week's podcast... We look back at Benfica's second leg Europa League game against Zagreb, discuss the emphatic response in Moreira de Conegos, discuss international break thanks for listening 2019-03-2035 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 316 - Generosity killed the attackOn this week's podcast.... We recap a less than positive week for Benfica with a loss in Croatia, and a home time against Belenenses. We look ahead to the second leg against Zagreb at the Luz, and a tricky match up against this season's sensation team Moreirense, in Moreira de Conegos.2019-03-1357 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 315 - Sliding into FirstOn this week's podcast....We look back at the Classico, and Benfica's win at the dragao. A personalized and confident Benfica team went into the dragao and won convincingly, we enlisted the help of Hugo who was in attendance at the dragao. We also preview the first leg against Dynamo Zagreb for the round of 16 for the Europa League, and Benfica's next domestic game against Belenenses . thanks for listening 2019-03-0652 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 314 - St GeorgeOn this week's podcast....We recap both the Galatasaray and the Chaves games. Consider our chance against Zagreb, and look ahead to the huge match up against Porto at the Dragao.2019-02-2744 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 278 - For KerriOn this week's podcast... We look back at Benfica's win against Guimaraes, offer our love to Jonas and Jimenez. Lastly we look ahead to this weekend's match against Setubal, and look at Benfica's last 6 games of the season.This podcast is dedicated to the loving memory of Kerri Sousa.thanks for checking us out!2018-04-0459 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 277 - Competition AnimalsOn this week's podcast... We recap Benfica's tough win against Feirense, and discuss Rafa's and Jimenez's performances. To wrap up we look ahead past the international break to Benfica's next home game against Vitoria de Guimaraes. 2018-03-2145 min

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 276 - Breaking the WallOn this week's podcast.. We recap the win against Desportivo das Ave, discuss Joao Carvalho, Ruben Dias chances of being called to the national team, and look ahead to Benfica's next game against Feirense.2018-03-141h 07

Benfica Podcast - Talking to the DollEpisode 275 - Jonas MonsoonOn this week's podcast.. We breakdown Benfica's home win against Maritimo, look ahead to this weekend's game against Desportivo das Aves, and take your twitter questions, which bring about the discussion of who is the most talented player we have seen with a Benfica jersey.2018-03-071h 14