FC Porto midfielder Hélder Orlandino has suffered a serious injury in the club's latest match against Benfica.
Orlandino was substituted off in the 57th minute of Sunday's game, and it was later revealed that he had sustained a cruciate ligament tear in his right knee. The news came as a major blow for the Portuguese giants, who were already struggling with injuries at the time of the match.
The Brazilian international has been a key player for Porto this season, providing vital support to the team's midfielders. His absence will be felt by both the team and fans alike, as he is one of the most experienced and talented players on the squad.
The injury could also impact the team's chances of reaching the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League,Primeira Liga Hotspots which they are currently competing in. With such a loss, it will be crucial for Porto to find ways to replace Orlandino's contributions and continue their strong performance in the competition.
It remains to be seen how long Orlandino will be out for, but it is clear that this is a significant setback for the team. As the club continues to navigate through the challenges of managing without their star midfielder, there will be plenty of questions about how they will perform in the coming matches.