The UEFA Europa League resumed its group stage matches on Thursday, October 22, 2009. Everton, one of two English Premier League Clubs, traveled to play Portugese side Benfica in one of the matches. Here’s a recap of the match along with video highlights.
Benfica crushes Everton 5-0 – Video Highlights
Benfica was in control of the match from the start as they dominated Everton on Thursday. Javier Savola got the scoring started with a 14th minute goal, followed by two more from Oscar Rene Cardoza in the 47th and 48th minute. The final two goals came from Anderson Luis Da Silva Luisao (52nd minute) and one more from Saviola in the 83rd minute.
Despite having more possession, Everton only managed 4 shots and 1 on goal. The club did not field their strongest side and is still in good position to advance to the knockout stage.
| SCORING SUMMARY | |
| Benfica | Everton |
| Javier Saviola (14) | |
| Oscar Rene Cardozo (47) | |
| Oscar Rene Cardozo (48) | |
| Anderson Luis Da Silva Luisao(52) | |
| Javier Saviola (83) | |
| MATCH STATS | ||
| Benfica | Everton | |
| Shots (on Goal) | 15(9) | 4(1) |
| Fouls | 10 | 15 |
| Corner Kicks | 5 | 2 |
| Offsides | 6 | 4 |
| Time of Possession | 32% | 68% |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Saves | 4 | 10 |
