“Vitinha recovers and strengthens PSG’s hopes in the semifinals.”

Portugal can finally breathe a sigh of relief: Vitinha is back in the Paris Saint-Germain squad at a crucial time for the French club and for the national team. The Portuguese midfielder, a key player in the Parisians’ midfield, has been included in the lineup for tonight’s match against Bayern Munich, in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals. This return is explosive news that promises to shake up the stakes in the most anticipated game of the European season.

Vitinha, who came through the ranks at FC Porto, has been sidelined in recent PSG matches due to inflammation in his right heel, an injury sustained on April 19 during the defeat against Lyon (1-2), a team managed by Paulo Fonseca. Despite the scare, the situation was never alarming for the Portuguese national team, as the player showed rapid improvement and participated in the team’s last training session, held this Monday, without any limitations. His inclusion in the squad indicates that he is fit and ready to take on the challenge against the German giant.

In addition to Vitinha, PSG’s call-up also includes other key Portuguese players: Nuno Mendes, João Neves, and Gonçalo Ramos. Nuno Mendes, a full-back trained at Sporting, has recently returned from injury and has already made his comeback in the emphatic 3-0 victory against Angers last Saturday, where he played for 18 minutes. His solid participation confirms that he is recovered and ready to help the team during this crucial phase of the Champions League.

This strong return of Vitinha and Nuno Mendes is a breath of fresh air for the reigning European champions, who need all their assets to overcome Bayern Munich, a team always formidable in the later stages of the competition. But the good news doesn’t stop there: for the national team and coach Roberto Martínez, these recoveries are essential for strategic planning for the 2026 World Cup. The presence of these players in good physical condition in the final stretch of the season is crucial to ensure that Portugal arrives with its main stars in top form for the biggest competition in world football.

The certainty is clear: PSG does not want to make things easy, and with Vitinha back, the Parisians gain a powerful weapon in midfield for the European battle. The Portuguese national team, for its part, can also breathe easy, as it will be able to count on two of its most important talents in the race for the World Cup. The clock is ticking, and the anticipation only grows for what promises to be a night of strong emotions in the Champions League. Portugal is watching, and with Vitinha and Nuno Mendes on the field, anything can happen!

This article first appeared on Apito Final.