In a much-anticipated clash, FC Porto and Benfica unveil their starting lineups for this weekend’s match. This classic rivalry promises intense action and strategic plays from both teams.
FC Porto’s Starting Lineup
The FC Porto lineup features:
- Goalkeeper: Diogo Costa
- Defenders: Alberto, Bednarek, Kiwior, Francisco Moura
- Midfielders: Alan Varela, Froholdt, Gabri Veiga
- Forwards: Pepê, Samu, Borja Sainz
On the bench, FC Porto has the following substitutes:
- Cláudio Ramos
- Eustáquio
- William Gomes
- Zaidu
- Pablo Rosario
- Prpic
- Deniz Gul
- Alarcón
- Rodrigo Mora
Coach Farioli has made significant changes, altering nine players from the last match against Estrela Vermelha. Only Diogo Costa and Bednarek retain their positions.
Benfica’s Starting Lineup
Benfica’s lineup includes:
- Goalkeeper: Trubin
- Defenders: Dedic, António Silva, Otamendi, Dahl
- Midfielders: Richard Ríos, Barrenechea, Aursnes
- Forwards: Lukebakio, Pavlidis, Sudakov
The substitutes for Benfica are:
- Samuel Soares
- Ivanovic
- Barreiro
- Schjelderup
- Henrique Araújo
- Tomás Araújo
- Gonçalo Oliveira
- João Rego
- Ivan Lima
Coach José Mourinho has opted for consistency, keeping the same eleven players that played against Chelsea in the UEFA Champions League earlier this week.
Match Significance
This matchup between FC Porto and Benfica is considered one of the most significant fixtures in the Portuguese football calendar. Both teams will look to claim bragging rights in this highly competitive showdown.
