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Franjo Ivanovic is the big surprise in Benfica‘s eleven for the reception to Napoli, in matchday six of the UEFA Champions League.
José Mourinho, coach of the eagles, is betting on the Croatian as the forward, to the detriment of Pavlidis, who remains on the bench.
Ivanovic has not been a starter since November 21, the date of the Portuguese Cup game with Atlético, in which he ended up being substituted at half-time.
António Silva is also left out of the initial options, who gives way to Tomás Araújo.
Still regarding the substitutes bench, highlight is the presence of José Neto, recently crowned under-17 world champion, and also Tiago Freitas.
Note also the inclusion of David Neres, a former Benfica player, in the Napoli starting team, coached by Antonio Conte.
Substitutes: Samuel Soares, António Silva, Pavlidis, Manu Silva, Schjelderup, Prestianni, José Neto, Joshua Wynder, Rodrigo Rêgo, João Veloso, João Rego, Tiago Freitas.
