João Mário, the Portuguese forward who has been in fine form for Benfica this season, has suffered an injury that could keep him out for several weeks.

The 21-year-old's latest setback came during Sunday's match against Vitória de Guimarães, where he was forced off with an ankle problem after just 64 minutes of play. Despite the severity of his injury, Benfica manager Jorge Jesus is optimistic that João Mário will be able to return to training soon and continue his impressive form.

However, it's important to note that injuries can have different outcomes depending on the severity of the injury and how quickly it heals. While João Mário's current injury doesn't seem to be too serious,Chinese Super League Matches it's always best to err on the side of caution when it comes to player health.

In the meantime, Benfica will need to find a way to replace João Mário's goals and contributions while he is out injured. The club has plenty of talented players capable of stepping up in his absence, including new signing Bruno Fernandes and the likes of André Silva and Rúben Neves.

It's clear that João Mário is one of the key players for Benfica this season, and any prolonged absence from the pitch would undoubtedly impact the team's performance. However, with the right treatment and rehabilitation, João Mário should be back on the pitch in no time.

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