Benfica star back at Luz for checks, Eagles breathe sigh of relief | OneFootball

Benfica is expecting the return of Vangelis Pavlidis this Monday, September 17. Released from the Greek national team after sustaining an injury, the 'number 14' of the team coached by José Mourinho might not miss any matches for the Eagles.

According to information gathered by the newspaper Record, Pavlidis has a bruise on his left knee, which is a lesser problem than initially expected, at the time of the substitution of the striker, who showed considerable discomfort.

Greece still faces Belarus in the World Cup qualifiers, despite both being eliminated. However, Pavlidis will leave the national squad and return to Benfica this Monday for further examinations and to begin recovery.

In the 2025/26 season, Vangelis Pavlidis - valued at 35 million euros - has so far played 22 official matches across national and European competitions. In the 1,763 minutes he spent on the field, the Benfica forward scored 14 goals and provided two assists.

After the international break, the Club of Light returns to competition on November 21, with a visit to Atlético for the fourth round of the Portuguese Cup. The match will be played from 8:30 PM at Restelo.

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