More bad news: Amar Dedic and Franjo Ivanović ruled out for Benfica | OneFootball

Amar Dedic and Franjo Ivanović have been called up to represent Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, respectively, during the upcoming international break. As a result, the Benfica duo will be absent from José Mourinho's team, who will be without the two for some time.

Regarding Bosnia and Herzegovina, the national team of the Benfica defender will travel to Cyprus for a match scheduled for October 9th at 7:45 PM. Amar Dedic's team is in first place in Group H of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with 12 points from five matches.

Croatia, on the other hand, will have a double commitment against the Czech Republic (October 9th, 7:45 PM, away) and Gibraltar (October 12th, 7:45 PM, home). Franjo Ivanović's team - who received news from the Eagles' management - is first in Group L of the World Cup qualifiers, with 12 points from four matches.

Amar Dedic and Franjo Ivanović were two of Benfica's major signings in the last transfer window. The defender has quickly charmed the fans, while the forward, despite having scored three times, is still seeking his best form.

Benfica's first commitment after the international break will be in the Portuguese Cup, with the opponent yet to be determined. After the main event, José Mourinho's team is scheduled to travel to Newcastle for another Champions League match.

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