Jota returns from injury as Celtic beat Motherwell before Benfica clash
Jota made his comeback from an 18-month injury layoff as Celtic won 2-0 at Motherwell, according to multiple Portuguese media reports.
Jota marked his return to competitive action after 18 months out with injury, coming on as a substitute in Celtic's 2-0 win at Motherwell on Sunday, according to Bola na Rede and zerozero. The Portuguese winger entered the game in the 74th minute, as reported by RTP Desporto.
The victory ended a run of three consecutive defeats for Celtic, who retained their lead in the Scottish league ahead of their trip to Lisbon to face Benfica, according to Record and RTP Desporto. Celtic's manager described Jota's return as "almost like having a new player," as quoted by Maisfutebol.
BBC Sport also highlighted Jota's comeback as a strong response to lift the gloom at the club.
