Tournaments

O Benfica is returning to the final of the Portuguese Cup, a trophy he won last season and which he seeks to defend in final four from 2023/24. In Viana do Castelo, the reds overcame, this Saturday, the CD Póvoa clearly, for 103-86and stamped their passport for Sunday’s final.

The match started quite balanced, with several changes in the scoreboard in the first period. Even so, the team led by Norberto Alves managed to sustain the good opposition and came out ahead (29-28).

The first big moment in terms of digging the gap between the two teams came in the second period. The Eagles not only maintained their offensive efficiency, they even surpassed the 29 points scored in the first quarter. On the other hand, CD Póvoa was not able to maintain the same performance and at half-time, the score already showed a difference of 15 points (60-45).

Given this scenario, the mission of José Ricardo’s men was increasingly difficult, but a good start in the second half allowed them to reduce the gap to nine points. Benfica grew again, scoring a 9-0 run to lead by 18, but the best final result came from the Póvoa de Varzim team, who won the third period and entered the last ten minutes with 12 points of disadvantage, a difference that still allowed us to dream.

In a last-ditch effort, CD Póvoa managed to definitively re-enter the discussion of the result, by reducing the difference to their opponent from Luz to two possessions of the ball – six points. However, the gas ran out for Póvoa and what followed was a partial 13-2 in favor of the Benfica fans to close the score.

On an individual level, the biggest highlight of the match was the North American Aaron Broussard, responsible for scoring 36 points, five rebounds and five steals. In the villages, Clyde Trapp recorded 25 points, six rebounds and six assists.

Returning to the final of the Portuguese Cup, Benfica is now waiting to find out their opponent in the big decision. The second semi-final, scheduled for 6pm this Saturday, pits Immortal e FC Porto.

2024-03-16 17:53:00
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The 26th round of the Liga Portugal Betclic flourished in Amoreira, this Friday, with a game of enormous importance for the bottom of the table. After five consecutive games without winning, Estoril Praia overtook and pushed Portimonense into the red zone, thanks to a victory by the minimum margin.

Paulo Sérgio’s team had moments of apparent clarity and almost reached a draw, but Cassiano’s goal, during the second half, deepened the crisis alvinegra. There are now four games without even scoring…

Fog of ideas

Bottom of the table games can sometimes be some of the most exciting, especially as the season draws to a close. Of course, they can also be exactly what many fans expect – weak and uninteresting. In this specific case, it went through both scenarios.

In addition to being a duel in which both teams showed weaknesses that explain the status of afflicted, this was also marked, especially in the first half, by constant stoppages. Still, through the Amoreira fog, so prevalent in the early stages of the match, there were some moments of individual highlight…

Seven games without winning, four without scoring @Rogério Ferreira / Kapta+

To the surprise of few, Carlinhos was the member of Portimonense who insisted on providing entertainment. He opened the game with a great shot in the opening minute, and later tested Marcelo Carné’s reflexes again with another shot from outside the box. In between, he was booked for a harsh foul on Mateus Fernandes.

On the Estoril Praia side, the individual highlight was even less surprising. Rodrigo Gomes, a winger on loan from SC Braga, created two seemingly harmless shots, thanks to his quick drive down the left lane. Then, at 40′, he had the biggest chance of the game so far, when he was isolated by a beautiful pass from Zanocelo. He shot over, to the despair of the fans.

Cassiano took advantage, Portimonense did not

The visiting team still managed to close the first half on top, achieving one of their best chances in the game. It was the unpredictable Hélio Varela who arrived in the area and tried to finish, only to be stopped by a decisive cut from an Estoril Praia defender. It was Vital, literally.

In that same goal, after the start of the second half, the home team managed to score a goal with a huge impact on their stay. It was Cassiano who led the effusive celebrations, after having benefited from an incomplete cut to Wagner Pina’s shot to make it 1-0!

Important victory for the home team @Liga Portugal

Alarm for alvinegros, who tried to react from the bench. Paulo Sérgio launched the speed of Gonçalo Costa and Jasper, looking to avoid another defeat, but the offensive production was leaving something to be desired. Only one truly blatant opportunity arose, but Carlinhos, who had already opted for long distance several times, didn’t even manage to score.

Until the end, Portimonense showed that they were aware of the seriousness of a defeat in this game. He went up, took risks and aimed for the Canarian goal on several occasions, without success. The greatest occasion was also the last. In the last play of the game, Pedrão, isolated, shot wide! There it is, the excitement of duels in depth…

2024-03-15 22:16:00
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Another presence in the 2025 Club World Cup has been confirmed. Given the elimination of Napoli, against Barcelona on Tuesday night, Juventus secured a place in the competition, for ranking European.

From 2025, the format of the Club World Cup will change. Already confirmed by Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, the change will involve the number of teams — there will be 32 teams, of which 20 are already qualified.

Reaching this round number happened tonight, when, in Spain, Barcelona eliminated Napoli from the round of 16 of the Champions League, winning 3-1. In this way, Juventus guaranteed qualification for the Club World Cup, as it is the most successful club in Italian football.

For European football, Paris SG, Bayern, Inter, Borussia Dortmund, FC Porto, Benfica, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Chelsea have already qualified and there are still three places – the last three qualified by winning the Champions League.

Congratulations to @juventusfc on qualifying for FIFA Club World Cup 2025!

As a result of @sscnapoli‘s elimination from the @ChampionsLeagueJuventus are now assured of a spot via Europe’s ranking pathway and become the 10th team from Europe to qualify for the tournament. pic.twitter.com/6WzhMdbicx

— FIFA (@FIFAcom) March 12, 2024

2024-03-12 22:30:00
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After advances and setbacks, the sale of Clayton to Vasco is about to be completed. The Brazilian club insisted on Casa Pia and reached an agreement with the Portuguese club to acquire the striker.

As recently reported, Casa Pia refused the three million euro proposal made by the locals. But Vasco is back in charge and, zero zero can go forward, he reached an agreement in the last few hours.

3.5 million euros will enter the coffers of Pina Manique’s emblem and, in addition, a payment of 30 percent of capital gains on a future transfer is also contracted. As far as we know, the verbal agreement has been reached and the process is now in the formalities and contract drafting phase.

If it comes to fruition (only a catastrophe will stop it), this will be Casa Pia’s biggest sale, surpassing the 2.5 million euros that Godwin brought in last summer.

For this to be possible, there was also an understanding at an internal level, with the approval of the technical team, sensitive to the player’s wishes. There is, moreover, a clear conviction that Felippe Cardoso is up to the task of taking on vacancy 9.

The geese are not yet guaranteed maintenance, but they are in a relatively comfortable 10th place, with 27 points.

As for Clayton Silva, 25 years old, he has a five-season contract waiting for him and a net salary of around 700 thousand euros per year. A sum that translates into a very significant change.

Clayton Silva

2024-03-05 13:13:00
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With Messi, Suárez, Alba and Busquets on the field, Inter Miami’s run was reminiscent of recitals from other times. In the third game in MLS, Inter Miami achieved their second victory – still unbeaten. This time, the victim was Orlando City and the scorer pointed out some enlightening 5-0.

As soon as the opening whistle sounded, doubts about the winner of the match disappeared. Above the game, the advantage was built by the feet of one man: Luís Suárez. The Uruguayan, killer as usual, appeared in the penalty area and with two dry shots, first with his right foot and then with his left, he scored twice in the match.

Before the break, Suárez still had time to watch; He was caught offside 19 times in pre-season, but in the 29th minute he cleared himself perfectly and played wide, for Taylor to score the third, in a first half where there was a goal disallowed (by Suárez) and a ball hit the woodwork (of Messi).

After the rest, it was another South American’s turn to shine. Lionel Messi, Inter’s leading figure, added his name to the list of scorers in an unusual way. He scored the fourth goal with his chest and closed the scoring with a header.

With some management in the mix, the intensity dropped and Drake Callender was called to intervene. With this result, despite having more games played than the other teams, Inter Miami solidifies first place in the western conference. Orlando City occupies 12th place, with one point from two games.

MESSIIIIII

This game is crazy. @InterMiamiCF up 4-0. pic.twitter.com/2lL8Bt6q3h

— Major League Soccer (@MLS) March 2, 2024

2024-03-02 23:50:00
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* by Vítor Hugo Monteiro

Very important victory for AVS. The Avenses received Académico (from Viseu) and triumphed by 2-0. The leadership in the II League, belonging to Santa Clara, was once again three points away for Jorge Costa’s team.

The highly experienced Nenê scored for the 12th round in a row and reached 19 goals in the second tier.

The teams started in 4-2-3-1 and showed a lot of energy when it came to reacting to the loss. Until the first quarter of an hour, the viriatos showed a slight upward trend. André Clovis could have scored, if it weren’t for a huge interception by Edson Farias that took the bread out of his mouth to the advanced.

The rest of the first half was led by the home team. Those led by Jorge Costa began to retain the ball better, neutralized the visitors’ counterattacks better and created opportunities. Benny shot, with a slight deflection from Nenê, for a great save by Domen Grill.

Shortly afterwards, the Brazilian striker appeared again and headed wide, in a move where he could have done more.

While the devil rubs his eye

After the rest time ended, the match resumed just as in the first half. The game was very busy and both teams fought hard in the center of the field. The intensity remained high and Académico always kept an eye on possible quick attacks.

In the 63rd minute, when it was the Viseense team that was being stronger, the genius of John Mercado appeared. The Ecuadorian winger took advantage of a long pass from the defense and ran several meters with the ball under control. In a one-on-one with Domen Grill, he scored a beautiful shot with a shot. What class!

Shortly after, great moment for Nenê! The 40-year-old athlete took advantage of a great opening from Benny and scored the second goal of the game, reaching the mark of 12 consecutive games scoring goals, a record in the Portuguese second division.

Jorge Simão also tried to have a more offensive team, although this had no practical effect. AVS continued to manage the game as they pleased and didn’t give their opponent a chance to dream.

With this result, AVS reinforces second place and takes off from Nacional. Académico is in seventh place, just one point behind sixth place, Tondela.

𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 🔥 pic.twitter.com/ldH6j5tmbQ

— AFS Vila das Aves (@afs_viladasaves) February 27, 2024

2024-02-27 22:38:00
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