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On 7 March 2016, Rui Vitória called 18-year-old Dias for Benfica's UEFA Champions League Round of 16-second leg tie against Zenit Saint Petersburg after three of his four main centre-backs were unable to make the trip to Russia. [16]
Apr 18, 2024 · Ruben Dias has only played for one professional team before joining Manchester City, Lisbon giants Benfica. He initially joined the club when he was just 11 years old and rose through the ranks to play for the senior team.
- dan.murphy@grv.media
- Sports Writer
Jan 4, 2024 · The 26-year-old joined City from Portuguese giants Benfica in 2020 and has been integral to a golden period for the Club ever since. He has now lifted eight major honours with City including three Premier League titles and last season’s maiden UEFA Champions League success.
- Jack Mumford
Nov 26, 2023 · In this article, we’ll dive into Dias’s journey, from his early days at Benfica’s esteemed academy to his transformative role under Pep Guardiola. Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just getting to know the sport’s brightest stars, you’ll find Dias’s path both inspiring and enlightening.
When the defender joined City in September 2020, aged 23, fans weren’t sure what to expect of the latest edition. Nicknamed ‘Ruby’, the Portugal international began his senior career at Benfica, progressing from the youth team to their B side in 2015.
Sep 30, 2020 · The 23-year-old scored and captained the side in Benfica's 2-0 win over Moreirense on Saturday, after which he was pictured hugging the club's sporting director Rui Costa.
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Sep 29, 2020 · Manchester City have signed 23-year-old defender Ruben Dias from Benfica on a six-year deal for about £65m. Argentine centre-back Nicolas Otamendi has moved the other way for £13.7m. Dias...
