Rui Borges undecided? Who's leading the race to start for Sporting | OneFootball

Rui Borges has two major doubts for Sporting's starting eleven against Benfica. Geovany Quenda or Geny Catamo? Hidemasa Morita or João Simões? Although the coach chose not to reveal his hand in the pre-match press conference, some players are ahead for the derby.

Starting in midfield, the young midfielder of the lions has been chosen more frequently this season. However, the experience of the Japanese international and his improved performance in recent matches for Sporting might lead the coach to opt for Morita, who will naturally pair with Morten Hjulmand, an indisputable starter.

Then, the return of Pote to Rui Borges' options has complicated matters a bit. While Quenda has had a remarkable start to the season—surpassing all his personal goals—the history of the Mozambican international against Benfica might earn him a spot in the starting eleven. With Catamo starting, the 'number 7' could come in and bring freshness from the bench.

Currently, the green and whites occupy the second position in the National Championship table, with 31 points. Benfica is in third place, with 28, while Porto leads the competition with 34 points.

Sporting returns to the field this Friday, December 5th, against Benfica. The match, part of the 13th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the team led by José Mourinho, will be played at Estádio da Luz, at 8:15 PM.

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