Benfica's Luisao and Nicolas Gaitan doubtful for the game against Maritimo – Report
Benfica’s Luisao and Nicolas Gaitan are reported to be doubtful for the game against Maritimo. The duo have been sidelined for the last couple of matches and are in contention for the trip to Estádio dos Barreiros.
Eagles’ captain, Luisao, has been a pivotal figure for the side over the last couple of years. The Brazilian International is widely acknowledged to be one of the best defenders in the Primeira Liga and has certainly proven his credentials this term.
Plying his trade at the heart of the defence, the 30-year-old has formed a solid partnership with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ezequiel-Garay-c13071 and has kept all opponents out of the penalty box. His absence in Portuguese cup tie against Maritimo, saw the Lisbon giants lose their first
game and it has highlighted Luisao’s importance to the team.
The centre-back was injured in the UEFA Champions League tie against Manchester United and since then hasn’t been able to play any game for the club. However he is in contention for the Primeira Liga match, which takes place on the 11th of December.
Alongside the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Argentina-c2841 International suffered a strain in his right leg during the Otelul Galati game and will be analyzed by the club doctors before being fielded.
His performances for the Portuguese outfit have been nothing short of spectacular this term and he has been linked to European giants such as Manchester United in recent weeks.
While Benfica have been excellent throughout the course of the campaign, Maritimo were responsible for handing Benfica their first loss of the season.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Jorge-c19120 Jesus’ side failed to win their Portuguese Cup tie against the Lions and the tactician will be keen to secure all three points against them with a large scoreline this time around. But for that he will require the services of Luisao and Nicolas Gaitan,
both of whom who are integral in defence and attack respectively.
Having secured their place in the knock-out rounds of the UEFA Champions League and placed 1st in the league standings, Benfica are in a great position on both the domestic and European fronts. And they will be looking to maintain their momentum
against Maritimo, when the two sides go head-to-head on the 11th of December.
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