Angel Di Maria still makes a difference at the age of 36.

Earlier this week, Angel Di Maria celebrated his 36th birthday, but if one thinks he is nearing the end of his impressive career, a second thought might be in order when looking at his statistics for Benfica this season. He has contributed with experience and quality, which was the reason he returned to the club where his European adventure began during the summer.

Angel Di Maria stats for Benfica 2023/24: 
◉ 18 games
◉ 7 goals 
◉ 6 assists 
◉ 59 shots 
◉ 21 shots on target 
◉ 50 chances created 

In all competitions, he has scored 13 goals and provided 8 assists. What's impressive is that he has managed to stay relatively injury-free, participating in 30 matches across all competitions.

Di Maria mostly plays on the right for Benfica, and even though he doesn't have the same speed as before, he possesses significant technical qualities. This has made him the Benfica player who has created the most chances for his teammates this season.

Most chances created for Benfica 2023/24: 
◉ Angel Di Maria (50)
◉ Rafa Silva (43) 
◉ Orkun Kökcü (28) 
◉ Fredrik Aursnes (28) 

He creates 3.1 chances per game he plays, and along with Rafa Silva, he is the one who has created the most big chances (14). Di Maria's contract expires in the summer, but with an option for a one-year extension. Given his performance this season, it strongly suggests that he will remain a Benfica player next year as well.