Nacional’s Miguel Baeza a doubt for Benfica, Paulinho Bóia suspended

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·8 April 2026

Nacional’s Miguel Baeza a doubt for Benfica, Paulinho Bóia suspended

Nacional could face Benfica with midfield concerns after Miguel Baeza suffered an issue in the back of his right thigh, leaving him doubtful.

According to Glorioso 1904, the Real Madrid academy product was withdrawn early in the second half against Estrela da Amadora at Choupana, the decision was immediate and he did not return.

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He will be reassessed before the Benfica game, but he is unlikely to recover in time.

In addition, Nacional will be without Paulinho Bóia. The Brazilian winger is suspended after an accumulation of yellow cards, which could leave the head coach short of two options.

The injury list already included Ivanildo Fernandes and Ulisses Wilson, so absences could rise to four. Benfica, who drew with Casa Pia last time out, host Nacional, coached by Tiago Margarido, on Sunday, 12 April at 18h00 at Estádio da Luz in the 29th round of Liga Portugal Betclic.

Source: Glorioso 1904