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Benitez Expresses Frustration After Europa League Exit, Discusses Transfers and Tactics

Published March 20, 2026, 08:10
Benitez Expresses Frustration After Europa League Exit, Discusses Transfers and Tactics

Rafael Benitez, Panathinaikos coach, expressed his disappointment with the team's elimination from the Europa League, while also acknowledging the superiority of Real Betis. He emphasized that Panathinaikos needs time to reach Betis' level, as happened with the Spanish team under Pellegrini's guidance for over five years. He also highlighted the need for transfers to stabilize the team's plan. Regarding Betis' tactical change, he avoided commenting on its impact on the results, questioning the importance of systems.