Ex-Real Madrid man a doubt for Benfica - Nacional | OneFootball

Nacional may face Benfica - who are coming off a draw against Casa Pia - with problems in midfield. One of the players picked up an injury in the last match and is doubtful. The issue arose early in the second half of the game against Estrela da Amadora. The situation is causing concern for the Madeira side.

The midfielder in question is Miguel Baeza. The Real Madrid academy product was substituted after complaining of pain in the back of his right thigh. He came off shortly after play resumed at Choupana. The decision was immediate, and he did not return to the pitch. The case will be reassessed before the match against Benfica, but he is unlikely to recover in time.

In addition to this possible absence, Nacional already know they will be without Paulinho Bóia. The Brazilian winger is suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards. As such, coach Tiago Margarido could be left without two important options.

Before this match, the islanders’ injury list already included Ivanildo Fernandes and Ulisses Wilson. In other words, the number of absences could rise to four. Nacional are trying to manage these limitations, and the clash becomes even more demanding for the island side.

Benfica return to action next Sunday, 12 April, against Nacional. The match, valid for the 29th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the side coached by Tiago Margarido, will kick off at 6:00 pm at the Estádio da Luz.

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