Otamendi and Leandro Barreiro doubts for Benfica’s clássico with Porto

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·7 mars 2026

Otamendi and Leandro Barreiro doubts for Benfica’s clássico with Porto

José Mourinho said he has doubts over two regular starters for Sunday’s clássico against FC Porto. According to O Jogo, the players are captain Otamendi and midfielder Leandro Barreiro.

Both have reported issues, and their participation depends on fresh assessments in the coming hours and Mourinho’s final decision.

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In Saturday’s session, 18-year-old centre-back Rui Silva trained with the first team after signing a new deal the previous day, which may be linked to Otamendi’s situation.

With Aursnes sidelined, Benfica have Barrenechea and Richard Ríos fully available in midfield.

Asked about absences, Mourinho offered an enigmatic response, urging reporters to do their digging and insisting there were no lies, while stressing there were doubts over a pair of players.

Source: O Jogo