#4 Lapses in concentration persist
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Despite the enormity of the result, it was far from a perfect performance from the Colts. They did well to stay in the game for over 70 minutes before a similar-looking Benfica attack resulted in Sergio scoring the opener. India then pushed for an equaliser before being punished on the break by Gomes two minutes later, another product of an Indian defensive lapse.
In three games, the Colts have conceded two goals per game, which is not a good advert for their defence. They did well to keep out Benfica during spells of the game when the hosts were turning the heat up but failed to defend their lines for the two goals. Such defensive lapses are common when players tire, so Norton de Matos has a job in his hands to get his players to manage the entire 90 minutes without slacking off for even a moment.
