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 will replace Durán in the U19 match against Pafos, and Silva may make changes to the lineup for the upcoming game, aiming to keep the team fresh while maintaining structure. The match is set for Thursday at Estádio da Luz, with Benfica currently second in the league, trailing FC Porto by eight points.