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Benfica Women’s Handball Wins Championship Over ABC Braga
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Lisbon — May 1, 2024 — Benfica’s women’s handball team triumphed in a resounding victory, securing their fourth consecutive national championship title. The match, held on April 26, witnessed Benfica’s handball team dominate ABC Braga wiht a score of 39-10, showcasing their skill. Experts laud the team’s cohesion and strategic prowess.
Benfica’s Women’s Handball Team Clinches National Championship with Dominating Victory Over ABC Braga
Lisbon, Portugal – Benfica’s women’s handball team secured their fourth consecutive national championship title with a resounding 39-10 victory over ABC Braga. The match, held on April 26 at Pavilion No. 2 of Luz, showcased Benfica’s dominance in the sport.
Match Highlights: A Display of Unstoppable Force
From the opening whistle, Benfica asserted their dominance. After receiving an honor guard from ABC Braga, the team quickly established an 8-1 lead. The offensive prowess of Benfica was on full display, with goals coming in rapid succession. Goalkeeper Matilde Rosa‘s extraordinary performance further solidified Benfica’s control.
Did You Know?
Handball is a fast-paced team sport played with a ball and two teams of seven players each. The objective is to throw the ball into the opponent’s goal.
By the 20-minute mark, Benfica had extended their lead to 14-2, and they entered halftime with a commanding 19-3 advantage.
Second Half Surge: Maintaining the Momentum
The second half saw Benfica maintain their intensity, with Carolina Monteiro making her official debut for the team. Lead by coach luís Monteiro, Benfica’s relentless pursuit of goals and impenetrable defense resulted in an ever-widening score gap. The match concluded with Benfica securing a decisive 39-10 victory.
Pro Tip: Handball Defense
Effective handball defense involves teamwork, communication, and strategic positioning to block shots and intercept passes.
Following the match, Benfica’s players and staff were honored with medals, and team captains ana Silva and Mihaela Minciuna jointly raised the championship trophy.
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Upcoming Matches: Eyes on the Portuguese Cup
Benfica’s next challenge will be against Madeira SAD on may 10 in Pavilion No. 2 of Luz.Before that,the team will compete in the Portuguese Cup semi-final against CJ Almeida Garrett,with the first leg scheduled for May 1 in Vila Nova de Gaia and the second leg on May 4 in Lisbon.
Player and Coach Reactions: Pride and gratitude
The victory was met with jubilation and pride from players and coaching staff alike.
It was a very good day.A very big job of all the direction,the players who were fantastic,and a spectacular framing.It turned out to be a game in which, first, we did our work – and once again showed our competence, especially in defensive tasks – then we could have a good party. Players, and to all the structure, but I have always told the athletes … Thanks for making me a champion coach, it’s always very vital.
Luís Monteiro, Benfica Coach
It’s always special to win, it’s a pride and a privilege to play in this team. It’s been four times that we’re champions, I’m very happy, I feel very good in this house, it’s a pride. I have no words, thank you all, thanks to Benfica and we are big, we are huge. The secret was union, strength and claw to the end.
Constança Sequeira, Benfica Central
For me it is a tremendous pride to be champion by Benfica, it is always a pride to represent this huge club every day. I really feel a very big weight, as this is a club that I live intensely every day.Thank you also to the partners who support us every day in all games. gift.
Patrícia Rodrigues, Benfica Right-Back
It’s an afternoon that consecrates our work, the work we do during the year and we were very happy with the consecration of this trophy. It was a very critically important championship for us. It’s an inexplicable feeling.
Duda, Benfica right-Wing
Match Details: Benfica vs. ABC Braga
A summary of the game’s key details is provided below:
| National Championship | Final Phase (Group A) | 4th Journey | April 26, 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Benfica 39 – ABC de Braga 10 Pavilion No. 2 of Luz |
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| Benfica Team | ||
| Matilde Rosa, Rita Campos, Madalena Pereira, Samara Vieira, Constança Sequeira, Duda, Alexandra Shunu | ||
| Substitutes | ||
| Audília Carlos, sofia Ferreira, Mariana Costa, Maria unjanque, Carolina Monteiro, Patrícia Rodrigues, Joana Semedo, Mihaela Minciuna | ||
| Benfica Coach | ||
| Luís Monteiro | ||
| ABC Braga Team | ||
| Letícia Faria, maria Rita Lopes, Maria José Pinho, Matilde Figueiredo, Marisoni Capessa, Inês Laranjeira, Esther Marques | ||
| Substitutes | ||
| Inês Sousa, Ana Sofia Oliveira, Rita Guimarães, Joana Pissarra, bianca Lima, Margarida Cardoso, Inês Silva, Rafaela Torre | ||
| Halftime score | 19-3 | |
| Benfica Scorers | ||
| Constança Sequeira (7), Alexandra Shunu (5), Joana Semedo (5), Madalena Pereira (5), sofia Ferreira (4), Mariana Costa (4), Maria Unjanque (3), Rita Campos (2), Carolina Monteiro (1), patrícia Rodrigues (1), Duda (1), Mihaela Minciuna (1) | ||
