Benfica Star Joao Neves Overwhelmed by Emotional Tribute from Fans

Benfica‘s young midfielder, Joao Neves, was moved to tears by a heartfelt gesture from the fans at Estadio da Luz following the recent passing of his mother after a long battle with cancer.

The emotional moment unfolded as supporters chanted Neves’ name at the end of Benfica’s match against Toulouse, where they secured a 0-0 draw to advance to the next round.

Despite being only 19 years old, Neves has already made 38 appearances for Benfica across various competitions and has been capped three times by the Portugal national team.

A dynamic player likened to a young Javi Garcia, Neves had attracted interest from Premier League clubs, with Manchester United being among the suitors, before their focus shifted elsewhere.

Speculation also linked Neves to a potential move to Cristiano Ronaldo‘s former club, Real Madrid, as they seek to bolster their midfield ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

Neves was thrust into the limelight at Benfica last season, stepping in to fill the void left by departing veteran Samaris during the Europa League play-offs after the team’s relegation from the Champions League.

The Portuguese midfielder’s resilience and dedication on the pitch have endeared him to fans and cemented his place as a key player for Benfica in their quest for further success.