Kaiser Cowabunga

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 Portuguese giants SL Benfica have officially presented an updated club crest. Club president Rui Costa revealed the refreshed emblem during the club's General Assembly (Assembleia Geral) on Saturday morning at the Estádio da Luz complex, before the club officially announced it on their website. The update is the direct result of the club's revised statutes approved by members (sócios) in March 2025. Rather than undergoing a radical, corporate-style rebrand, Benfica opted for a respectful refinement that honors the club's heritage while restoring traditional details long requested by supporters. The most notable change on the updated crest involves the iconic eagle, whose talons now firmly grasp the green and red ribbon bearing the Latin motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM". In previous versions, the eagle sat on a perch above the ribbon. Additionally, the bicycle wheel rim, its spokes, and the classic laced leather football have all transitioned from silver-white to a rich golden yellow.