José Mourinho called José Neto up to train with the first team in the final session before the game against Napoli, a match that saw five players unavailable for Benfica.
Benfica trained for the last time before hosting Napoli on Tuesday morning in Seixal, under a veritable deluge, with heavy rain and strong winds.
José Mourinho promoted José Neto to the first team, after he recently won the under-17 world championship and made his debut for the B team last weekend in a 2-0 victory over Oliveirense . It has been a meteoric rise for the young left-back.
Speaking of left-backs, it’s worth mentioning that Rodrigo Rêgo was also called up for the session, which in this case isn’t exactly big news.
During the period open to the media, no new absences were reported. The Eagles’ medical report lists Bruma, Lukebakio, Henrique Araújo, Nuno Félix, and Bah.
Benfica are looking for their second Champions League win, after beating Ajax 1-0, at a time when they are 30th in the league table, three places away from the play-off zone.
The match between Benfica and Napoli is scheduled for this Wednesday (8pm). Follow the sixth round of the Champions League on Maisfutebol .