Wed Apr 09 19:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Benfica Faces Tirsense in Portuguese Cup Semifinal
**Barcelos, Portugal** – Benfica will face lower-league side Tirsense in the first leg of the Portuguese Cup semifinal on Wednesday at 4:45 PM Brasília time (8:45 PM GMT). The match, to be played at the Estádio Cidade de Barcelos, will be streamed live on NSports’ YouTube channel.
Benfica will be without injured players Bah, Manu Silva, and Renato Sanches. Manager Bruno Lage is expected to field a rotated squad, prioritizing the team’s ongoing battle for the Portuguese league title, where they currently hold a two-point lead over Sporting. A likely starting XI for Benfica includes Samuel in goal, with a mix of experienced and less frequently used players in other positions.
Tirsense, managed by Emanuel Simões, will present a considerably less star-studded lineup. The match promises an interesting clash between the league leaders and a determined cup challenger.
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