Georgy Sudakov, Getty Images November 21, 2025, 10:21 p.m

Attacking midfielder Giorgiy Sudakov and goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin will start the Portugal Cup round of 16 match against Atlético Portugal as reserves. She reported about it press service of Benfica.

Sudakov recently recovered from discomfort in the muscles of his left thigh, which caused him to leave the Ukrainian national team.

Earlier, the Portuguese media noted that his injury is not serious, and the club hoped for the appearance of the 23-year-old midfielder in the cup match. If needed, he will also be ready for the Champions League match against Ajax on November 25.

The match between Athletic and Benfica will start on Friday, November 21, at 22:30 Kyiv time.