4 – 0
“Vangelis Pavlidis breaks the deadlock with a clinical finish to cap off Benfica's first-half dominance”
Pivotal“Pavlidis converts from the penalty spot to double Benfica's advantage and effectively kill off the contest”
Pivotal“Sidny Cabral adds a third goal just three minutes later, turning a comfortable lead into a rout”
“Substitute Anísio caps off the scoring with the fourth goal, completing a comprehensive victory”
Benfica
Estrela Amadora
Outstanding performance
Benfica•MidfielderBenfica delivered a commanding performance against Estrela Amadora, controlling proceedings from the first whistle to secure a comprehensive 4-0 victory at home. Vangelis Pavlidis was the star of the show, opening the scoring just before halftime and then doubling the lead from the penalty spot ten minutes into the second half to put the match beyond doubt. The Eagles' dominance was reflected in a physical first half that saw six yellow cards brandished, but Bruno Lage's side maintained their composure and ruthlessly punished their opponents after the break. This emphatic win extends Benfica's strong home form and keeps them firmly in the title race, while Estrela's defensive frailties were brutally exposed against superior opposition.
