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Benfica hosts FC Alverca in Round Ten at Estádio da Luz
Benfica manager Marco Silva has named Samuel Soares in goal and rotated six players from the side that faced Alverca, setting up a clash in the Liga. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 pm at the Estádio da Luz, where Benfica enters the fixture looking to maintain domestic momentum following a demanding stretch of fixtures every three days. Silva’s starting lineup features Samuel Soares, Alexander Bah, Tomás Araújo, Clément Lenglet, Fredrik Aursnes, João Palhinha, Dodi Lukebakio, Gianluca Prestianni, Andreas Schjelderup, and Vangelis Pavlidis. The tactical adjustments leave Anatoliy Trubin, Alessandro Circati, Mohamed El Karouani, Georgiy Sudakov, Claudio Echeverri, and Jhon Durán on the bench alongside Kaminski, Manu, Rafa Silva, Banjaqui, Anísio Cabral, and Tiago Freitas. FC Alverca’s counters include Matheus Mendes, Yaya Bojang, Sergi Gómez, Isaac James, Nabil Touaizi, Ian Luccas, Davy Gui, Chissumba, Chiquinho, Dawda, and Figueiredo.
Tactical Decisions and Squad Rotation Shape Selection
Asked about the competition on the right wing between Dodi Lukebakio and Rafa Silva, the manager rejected any fixed hierarchy. “The Rafa had an excellent start to the season playing in a position he hadn’t played in for some time,” Silva told reporters, emphasizing that the two players possess entirely different profiles rather than occupying a direct pecking order. The manager noted that Lukebakio played a full 90 minutes in the previous outing, contributing two goals and an impressive performance, but stressed that the winger must continue adapting to the team’s collective buildup. “His one-on-one ability is important, but that is not our first or second way to reach the opponent’s goal,” Silva said, highlighting the necessity of internal connections between lines. On the opposition, Silva warned his squad against looking at the league table, emphasizing that Alverca poses significant tactical problems with the ball.
Benfica and Alverca Squad Options
| Team | Starting Goalkeeper | Notable Bench Options |
|---|---|---|
| Benfica | Samuel Soares | Trubin, Sudakov, Rafa Silva, Durán, Echeverri |
| Alverca | Matheus Mendes | André Paulo, Crisanto, Matheus Oliveira, Vivaldo |
Official club previews from Sport Lisboa e Benfica underline the demanding physical schedule facing the squad, with matches arriving every three days. Silva stressed that his players must remain at top performance levels to secure three points against an Alverca side capable of causing defensive trouble through organized possession.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Match
What time does Benfica play Alverca?
The Liga Betclic round ten fixture begins at 8:15 p.m. on Monday at the Estádio da Luz.
Which players dropped out of Benfica’s starting lineup?
Marco Silva changed six players from the side that beat Gil Vicente, resting Anatoliy Trubin, Alessandro Circati, Mohamed El Karouani, Georgiy Sudakov, Claudio Echeverri, and Jhon Durán.
Who sits on Alverca’s substitutes bench?
Sérgio Ferreira’s available bench options include André Paulo, Crisanto, Vasco Moreira, Vivaldo, Nuozzi, Samy Enciso, Zakaria Kessary, Diogo Marque, Jemide, Matheus Oliveira, Tamarit, and José Vivian.
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