Richard Ríos a headache ahead of Chaves v Benfica | OneFootball

Richard Ríos is out of Chaves vs. Benfica. The 25-year-old Colombian international arrived later than his teammates after the international break and will be rested by José Mourinho for the third round match of the Portuguese Cup, opening up space for other teammates.

Richard Ríos was not included in the 22-man Benfica squad that traveled to Chaves. The midfielder, who has been in competition since January, when the season began in Brazil, will thus enjoy a well-earned rest that may pay dividends later on.

The signing of Richard Ríos, particularly the 27 million euros paid by Benfica to Palmeiras, has generated a lot of controversy. The midfielder has always been an option for José Mourinho, but there are those who believe that the 25-year-old’s performances have not matched the Eagles’ hefty investment.

Chaves vs. Benfica is scheduled for this Friday, October 17, at 7:30 p.m., at Estádio Municipal Eng.º Manuel Branco Teixeira. The match is part of the third round of the Portuguese Cup and will be broadcast on RTP, marking José Mourinho’s side’s debut in the 2025/26 edition of the premier competition.

In the current season, for Benfica, Richard Ríos — valued at 22 million euros — has played 14 matches: seven in Liga Portugal Betclic, six in the Champions League, and one in the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup. In the 1,193 minutes he has been on the pitch, the midfielder has not yet scored a goal or provided any assist.

Watch this great play by Richard Ríos:

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