Morita, Simões or Kochorashvili? Borges picks Sporting midfielder | OneFootball

Rui Borges doesn't know who will pair with Morten Hjulmand in Sporting's midfield for the reception of Braga. The coach will clarify all doubts in the last training session before the match, but has already made a decision: João Simões will return to the bench.

According to information advanced by Record newspaper, the spot next to the lions' captain will be contested between Hidemasa Morita and Giorgi Kochorashvili, despite the young 'jersey 52' having been a starter in Naples, giving a great response to Rui Borges' confidence.

In the last match of the National Championship, against Estoril, Morita was a starter, but left at 45 minutes, giving way to the Georgian. The Japanese international is not yet in the best physical conditions, which may weigh on Rui Borges' decision.

The match is of extreme importance and will have many midfield duels. The Sporting coach will have to opt for the experience and understanding of the game of Hidemasa Morita, knowing that the midfielder will hardly play 90 minutes, or for a greater physical availability of Kochorashvili.

Sporting will return to the field only next Sunday, October 5, against Braga. The match, counting for the eighth round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, against the team led by Carlos Vicens, will be played at José Alvalade Stadium, at 7:15 pm.

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