Benfica star’s cryptic message during recovery: “One day at a time” | OneFootball

Richard Ríos, who suffered a traumatic dislocation in his left shoulder, has been in recovery for several days, and the Benfica player left a message of hope on social media. "I may not see tomorrow, but God has already written my path," reads the post, to which he adds, another phrase written in English: "One day at a time".

It won't be long before the midfielder returns to the pitch, and it is expected that the Colombian international will be among the options for the playoff to access the round of 16, against Real Madrid. The priority is to have the number "20" available for both legs against the Merengues, on February 17 and 25, so it is likely that the midfielder will miss not only the match against Alverca this Sunday, but also the next league game away at Santa Clara.

A key player in José Mourinho's team, Ríos has been dedicated to a good recovery since January 14, the day he was injured in the defeat, 1-0, against Porto in the Portuguese Cup. And he has all the tools he needs to continue his rehabilitation not only at Benfica Campus, but also at home, after deciding not to undergo surgery.

Another South American midfielder who is in the final stages of his recovery is Enzo Barrenechea. The midfielder also suffered a dislocation in his right shoulder, but is expected to return soon to José Mourinho's options, looking ahead to the upcoming fixtures.

This season, wearing the Benfica shirt, Richard Ríos — valued at 22 million euros — has played 32 matches: 16 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, three in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup, and one in the Super Cup. In the 2,622 minutes he has played, the midfielder has scored three goals and provided two assists.

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