Table of Contents
- Manager's Struggle with Team Selection
- Key Players Affected by Illness
- Impact on Coaching Staff
- Recent Defeat to Chelsea
- Fever Dismissed as Common Flu
- Broader Issue within Team
- Concern from Medical Department
Benfica's manager, Jose Mourinho, faces challenges with team selection against rivals FC Porto on Sunday, following a virus that has affected his squad.
It is reported that several key players are suffering from illness.
According to Goal, Mourinho and some members of his coaching staff are also experiencing symptoms.
This situation follows a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in the Champions League earlier this week.
Mourinho, who recently disclosed that he had been experiencing a fever prior to his return to Stamford Bridge, had initially dismissed his symptoms as a common flu.
However, recent developments indicate a more significant issue within the team environment.
The individuals affected are experiencing “headaches and body aches,” raising concerns within the club’s medical department just before the derby at the Estadio do Dragao.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current situation with Benfica's squad?
Benfica's squad is facing a virus outbreak, affecting several key players and even some coaching staff, making team selection challenging for the upcoming match against FC Porto.
How did Benfica perform in their last match?
Benfica lost their last match 1-0 against Chelsea in the Champions League.
What symptoms are the affected players experiencing?
The affected players are dealing with headaches and body aches, which have raised concerns within the club's medical department.