2015 International Champions Cup POST-MATCH: SL Benfica vs New York Red Bulls
Harrison, New Jersey
Portuguese champions Benfica lost to the New York Red Bulls by a score of 2-1 tonight. This is Benfica’s third straight loss in the preseason International Champions Cup, after losing to PSG and Fiorentina.
Benfica manager Rui Vitória opted for a completely new starting eleven, handing Ederson his first opportunity in goal and Nelson Semedo the right full-back spot, and finally giving Benfica fans an opportunity to see their team’s star signing Adel Taarabt in action. Taarabt’s lack of action prior to tonight had raised questions about his relationship with his new manager.