League Cup. Durán called up for Benfica despite uncertainty over punishment

Benfica's coach Marco Silva confirmed Jhon Durán is called up for the League Cup match against Gil Vicente, despite uncertainty over his availability due to a recent red card. Silva expressed curiosity about the disciplinary committee's decision, emphasizing the need for timely rulings to aid team preparation. Anísio Cabral, affected by Durán's situation, will join the squad for the match. Silva plans to make adjustments based on player recovery, aiming to maintain team freshness and structure for this crucial game. The match is set for Thursday at Estádio da Luz, with Benfica currently second in the league, trailing FC Porto by eight points.