2 – 2
“Luís Guilherme opens the scoring for Sporting CP with a well-taken goal”
“Paulo Vitor's own goal doubles Sporting's advantage, seemingly putting the tie to bed”
Pivotal“Pedro Lima Barros converts from the penalty spot to give AVS hope”
Pivotal“Ânderson Miguel da Silva scores a dramatic equalizer from the penalty spot in the final minute”
Pivotal“Geny Catamo strikes the winner deep into extra time to save Sporting from humiliation”
Pivotal
Sporting CP
AVS
Sporting CP survived a dramatic cup scare against AVS, needing extra time to secure their passage after squandering a commanding 2-0 lead. The hosts looked comfortable after Luís Guilherme's opener and Paulo Vitor's unfortunate own goal, but AVS mounted a spirited comeback through two penalties to force extra time. Geny Catamo proved to be Sporting's savior, netting the decisive goal just three minutes from the end of extra time to spare his team's blushes in what should have been a routine cup tie.
Sporting CP host AVS in the Taça de Portugal quarterfinals riding a wave of late drama and unbeaten form. The Lions have dominated this fixture historically, including a stunning 6-0 win just weeks ago, while AVS arrive winless in their last six matches.
