Sidny Cabral brings good news for Benfica, but there’s a setback | OneFootball

Sidny Cabral has strong chances of debuting against Estoril. According to reports, the new signing for Benfica, announced in the last days of 2025, has already worked under José Mourinho's orders and, by all indications, may be ready to clock his first minutes with the Sacred Mantle.

The newspaper Record writes, in its edition this Friday, January 2, that the Cape Verde international, despite having only completed two training sessions with Benfica, has shown all his quality. Furthermore, the same source reveals that the Eagles' coaching staff is pleased with the player's work and his quick adaptation to the group.

However, not all news is good for the Benfica nation. The sports daily explains that, despite Mourinho's desire to have Sidny Cabral available against Estoril, the Special One is dependent on time and bureaucracy. That is, for the new number 15 to be an option against Ian Cathro's team, Benfica must register the player in the League by 12:00 PM today, January 2.

If this setback is overcome, Sidny Cabral could very well be the big surprise in the first starting eleven that José Mourinho will present in 2026. It remains to be seen whether the player will occupy the right or left flank of Benfica's defense.

It is worth remembering that Sidny Cabral has responded well to the new reality he has encountered at Benfica, particularly in the work methodology, as well as in training. On social media, the Cape Verdean expressed his joy at being part of the winning team and left a message to the fans: "New year, same energy".

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