Tondela v Benfica | Live, probable line-ups, kick-off times, more | OneFootball

Benfica returns to Liga Portugal Betclic after a successful European campaign in the middle of the week. The Eagles, led by José Mourinho – who has already previewed the match –, are preparing to take action against Tondela. Check below for some relevant information about the match of the 20th round.

After a grueling match on Wednesday and with only a few days of rest before Sunday's game, José Mourinho is expected to field a refreshed team in some positions. In goal, it is most likely that Anatoliy Trubin will keep his place.

As for the defense, Samuel Dahl may be the only certainty. The pairing could be either António Silva and Nicolás Otamendi, or António Silva and Tomás Araújo. On the right side, the Special One may once again bet on Daniel Banjaqui, after his performance against Estrela da Amadora.

In midfield, the Portuguese coach should give a rest to players like Fredrik Aursnes and Georgiy Sudakov, and once again bet on Sidny Cabral, as well as start Rafa Silva, his first time in the starting eleven since his return to Luz. In attack, the match against the Beirões could be the ideal opportunity for Ivanovic to impress the coach.

It is worth remembering that Benfica, currently in third place in the league with 45 points, will visit the home of the second-to-last team, aiming to catch up with Sporting and close the gap to Porto. The match is scheduled for this Sunday, February 1st, at 8:30 pm, broadcast on Sport TV and will be refereed by Luís Godinho.

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