A third-tier Portuguese football club publicly challenged powerhouse Benfica on social media this week, capitalizing on the top-flight team’s recent draw ahead of their upcoming cup encounter.
Atlético, a team from Portugal’s Liga 3, posted a provocative question directed at Benfica following the latter’s 2-2 draw against Casa Pia in a recent league match. The draw was widely seen as another stumble for the traditionally dominant club.
“Can’t our game be moved up?” Atlético asked in a social media post on Monday, November 10, 2025. The comment was a direct reply to Benfica’s announcement of their latest league result.
Não dá para antecipar o nosso jogo? pic.twitter.com/WqaVD8Ak1z
— Atlético CP Futebol (@atletico_pt) November 10, 2025
The two teams are scheduled to face each other in the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup (Taça de Portugal). The match is set for Friday, November 21, 2025, at 8:30 PM local time.
The cup tie will take place at the Restelo stadium.
Online, fans reacted to Atlético’s social media taunt with mixed emotions. Some expressed frustration over Benfica’s performance, with one commenter lamenting that “Benfica has become a national joke.” Others responded with humor.