Sport Lisboa e Benfica and Joana Silva have reached an agreement to terminate her contract. The 20-year-old defender won 4 BPI Leagues, 1 Portuguese Cup, 1 League Cup, 1 Second Division Championship, and 1 Under-19 League.

What happened?

Joana Silva has 23 appearances for Sport Lisboa e Benfica's first team. The contract termination was announced on the club's website, which thanked the player for her services.

Why is this important?

Joana Silva's departure may affect Sport Lisboa e Benfica's team, which currently occupies 3rd place in the Primeira Liga, with 80 points in 34 games, and a goal difference of +49.

What comes next?

Sport Lisboa e Benfica needs to find a replacement for Joana Silva. The team is 8 points behind leader FC Porto and needs reinforcements to maintain title hopes.

StatisticValue
League position3rd
Points80
Games34
Goal difference+49