@ohahgrantona@AroundTheFunnel@SLBenfica So when you see Benfica players bowing to the stands, it isnt just a celebration.
Its a tradition that began with an unexpected gesture of respect in Japan in 1970, was brought back to Lisbon and eventually became a symbol of the bond between Benfica and its supporters.
@ohahgrantona@AroundTheFunnel@SLBenfica@ohahgrantona There’s a beautiful story behind the bow that Benfica players make to their supporters.
The tradition dates back to the summer of 1970, when Benfica went on a tour to the Far East. During a match against Japan, Benfica won 1-4.
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@ohahgrantona@AroundTheFunnel@SLBenfica “We are here because of you, and we thank you for standing with us.”
Its one of those little traditions that makes Benfica unique. It has survived for more than 50 years and is still part of the club’s identity today.
@ohahgrantona@AroundTheFunnel@SLBenfica And that’s how the tradition began.
Since then, the bow has become much more than a simple thank you.
It represents the relationship between the players and the Benfica supporters — a gesture of respect, gratitude and unity.
The players are essentially saying:
@ohahgrantona@AroundTheFunnel@SLBenfica their own supporters.
At the time, Benfica’s Estádio da Luz was suspended so the team was playing at the Estádio Nacional (National Stadium) in Jamor. After a match against CUF, Benfica players lined up in front of their supporters and made the bow for the first time.
@ohahgrantona@AroundTheFunnel@SLBenfica After the final whistle, Japanese princes broke protocol and came down onto the pitch to greet and congratulate the players
Benfica players were impressed by this gesture of respect and admiration. When they returned to Portugal, they decided to adopt a similar gesture towards +
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