Atlético CP v Benfica: Mourinho’s probable XI for Portuguese Cup | OneFootball

Samuel Soares, Amar Dedic, António Silva, Nicolás Otamendi, Samuel Dahl, Enzo Barrenechea, Fredrik Aursnes, Gianluca Prestianni, Andreas Schjelderup, Heorhiy Sudakov, and Franjo Ivanović. This is José Mourinho's probable starting 11 for Atlético CP – Benfica, in the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup. Check all the information about the match. 

The first major change happens in the goal, with Samuel Soares replacing Anatoliy Trubin. In the defensive quartet, no changes are expected, especially considering that Nicolás Otamendi and António Silva did not play any minutes for their respective national teams. Amar Dedic and Dahl are also expected to be in the starting 11.

In the midfield, with the confirmed absence of Leandro Barreiro due to physical management, it is likely that José Mourinho will also rest Richard Ríos, opting for Enzo Barrenechea and Fredrik Aursnes in the midfield. On the wings, due to a lack of options, Andreas Schelderup and Gianluca Prestianni are expected to start.

In the attack, considering that Vangelis Pavlidis left the Greece match injured, José Mourinho is likely to give Franjo Ivanovic an opportunity, as he needs to gain confidence. Behind the Croatian international, Heorhiy Sudakov will be the chosen one, as revealed by the coach in the match preview.

The Atlético CP – Benfica match is scheduled for next Friday, November 21, at 8:30 PM, at the Estádio do Restelo. The game is part of the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup and will be broadcast on RTP 1. The Eagles reached this stage after eliminating Chaves (2-0, with a brace from Vangelis Pavlidis).

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