Sacko will return to the starting XI as João Ferreira cannot face his parent club. Nicolas Janvier netted a brace in midweek and will push for a start, but he's unlikely to do so given André André and Tiago Silva are enjoying a good run of form. Alfa Semedo and Tomás Handel will be in competition for the defensive midfielder role. André Almeida, Seferovic and Svilar won't feature as they remain injured. However, none of them were expected to start. Diogo Gonçalves is doubtful after coming off injured against Boavista FC. Gilberto or Valentino Lazaro will deputise if he fails to recover. Despite facing Barcelona on Wednesday, SL Benfica coach Jorge Jesus will opt against ringing the changes on Saturday and will probably select a similar starting XI to the one that defeated Boavista FC on Monday.