According to the Portuguese media "Record", Benfica players were booed in this round of the Champions League, but Benfica chairman Rui Costa received applause after the game.
In the third round of the Champions League early this morning, Benfica lost 0-3 away to Newcastle. 2,700 Benfica fans came with the team to watch the away game. The songs of Benfica fans supporting the team could be heard throughout the game, especially before the 0-2 goal was lost. The atmosphere was very lively. But after the game, when Benfica players came to the sidelines to salute the fans, they still heard a lot of boos.
After the game, Benfica Club President Rui Costa came to the exit of St. James Park and patiently talked with Benfica fans and took photos. Benfica fans gave him a round of applause, while others hugged Rui Costa.