In a gripping Copa de Portugal clash between Sporting Lisboa and Benfica, Sporting emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, securing their advancement in the tournament. The match saw intense back-and forth action from both sides, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Sporting struck first in the 10th minute when Morten Hjulman delivered a precise cross to Pedro Gonçalves, who found the back of the net with a clinical finish, giving the home team an early lead. Despite Benfica’s efforts to mount a comeback, Sporting’s defense held firm, denying several scoring opportunities.
The second half saw both teams pressing relentlessly, with Benfica pushing hard for an equalizer. However, it was Sporting who extended their lead in the 55th minute, as Gyokeres capitalized on a pass inside the box, evading defenders and slotting the ball home.
Benfica managed to pull one back in the 69th minute when Aursnes unleashed a stunning strike from outside the box, narrowing the deficit. The closing stages witnessed frantic attempts from both sides, but Sporting held on to secure a hard-fought victory.
Despite a late disallowed goal for Sporting, the Lions managed to maintain their lead and clinch the win, advancing to the next round of the Copa de Portugal, much to the delight of their supporters.