Jan Bednarek still hopeful of featuring in Benfica v FC Porto

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·5 March 2026

Jan Bednarek still hopeful of featuring in Benfica v FC Porto

Jan Bednarek did not suffer a rib fracture and could be an option for Francesco Farioli for this Sunday’s Benfica vs FC Porto match. According to the newspaper O Jogo, further tests on the experienced Polish centre-back confirmed the absence of a fracture, fueling hopes of his participation in the Clássico.

After being substituted due to injury in Tuesday’s match against Sporting, Bednarek underwent several tests to assess the severity of his rib injury, and the most favorable scenario was confirmed for the 29-year-old Polish international.