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Benfica coach Marco Silva helps Heorhij Sudakov deal with mental
Teams 10 August 2026

Benfica coach Marco Silva helps Heorhij Sudakov deal with mental

O Jogo: Marco Silva remains behind Heorhij Sudakov and is working on his confidence after a period of mental pressure due to the high transfer fee. Benfica still sees the 23-year-old midfielder as a future mainstay.

Benfica coach Marco Silva helps Heorhij Sudakov deal with mental issues

According to Championat.

Background

Georgiy Sudakov, a 23-year-old midfielder, has recently had to deal with mental pressure due to his high transfer fee of 20.25 million euros. Benfica ziet hem echter als een toekomstige steunpilaar en is vastbesloten om hem te helpen zich aan te passen aan zijn nieuwe rol binnen het team.

Why this matters

Marco Silva's support for Георгий Судаков is crucial for his development at Benfica, especially given the high expectations his transfer brought. The coach believes that building confidence is essential for Sudakov to reach his potential and play an important role in the team, especially in view of their Europa League ambitions.

Key points

  • Benfica coach Marco Silva helps Heorhij Sudakov deal with mental.
  • O Jogo: Marco Silva remains behind Heorhij Sudakov and works on his confidence after a period of mental pressure due to the high transfer fee.
  • Тренер «Бенфики» помогает Судакову справиться с психологическим давлением — O Jogo.

Benfica coach Marco Silva remains confident behind Heorhij Sudakov and helps the Ukrainian midfielder to better deal with the mental pressure on him. This was reported by the Portuguese sports newspaper O Jogo. The 49-year-old coach, who took over in Lisbon this summer, still sees Sudakov as having the qualities to succeed at Benfica and is working on his self-confidence step by step.

Before the return in the second qualifying round of the Europa League against St. Gallen (5-0), Silva publicly expressed his confidence in the 23-year-old international. Sudakov was then given a starting spot. After the final whistle, the coach took a moment to compliment him personally. Silva once again underlined that it is mainly about confidence and mental freshness to get the best out of the midfielder.

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Volgens O Jogo denken club en staf dat Sudakov afgelopen seizoen vooral worstelde met psychologische druk, veroorzaakt door de verwachtingen rond zijn hoge transfersom. The midfielder came over on loan from Shakhtar Donetsk last summer for 6.75 million euros. After that season, Benfica made the deal permanent for 20.25 million euros, while another up to 5 million euros can be added through bonuses. That investment automatically brought extra weight on his shoulders.

Silva tries to take away that pressure and place Sudakov in a setting in which he can demonstrate his qualities a little better each time. The goal: to get him used to his status and role within a top club, so that he gradually becomes one of the pillars of the team. In the eyes of the staff, constant conviction in his own game is particularly lacking; Once that confidence is structurally restored, his potential should emerge automatically.

Binnen Benfica is de overtuiging intact dat Sudakov de stap kan zetten. The clear onesupport from his trainer, a starting place in a convincing European victory and conscious work on his mental toughness are signals that the club is following a long-term path. With the new season approaching, Benfica hopes that Sudakov can translate his promise into action through minutes, rhythm and confidence and develop into a key player at the heart of the team.

What's happening now

With the recent 5-0 win against St. Gallen in the Europa League qualifying round, Sudakov's confidence may grow, which could have a positive impact on his performance. If he can maintain his form, he could play a key role in the coming matches as Benfica prepares for a challenging season in both the domestic league and the Europa League.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the result of the match between Benfica and St. Gallen?

Benfica won 5-0 in the second qualifying round of the Europa League.

How does the victory affect the standings in the Europa League?

The win helps Benfica in their Europa League qualifying campaign.

When will Benfica play their next match in the Europa League?

Benfica's next match in the Europa League has not yet been specified in the article.

Who is Heorhij Sudakov and what is his role at Benfica?

Heorhij Sudakov is a Ukrainian midfielder who currently plays for Benfica and receives support from coach Marco Silva to deal with mental pressure.

Wat is de relatie tussen Marco Silva en Heorhij Sudakov?

Marco Silva is Benfica's coach and helps Sudakov to improve his self-confidence and deal with the pressure on him.

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