Benfica B Misses Chance at the Top, Late Goal Secures Win for Porto B
In a thrilling weekend of Portuguese football, Benfica B fell short of snatching the League II lead, while FC Porto B mounted a last-minute comeback to secure a crucial victory.
Benfica B traveled to Madeira to face a resilient CS Marítimo side, hoping to capitalize on Tondela’s slip-up earlier in the day.teens were fast out of the blocks, with Nuno Felix opening the scoring in the 19th minute, assisted by Hugo Felix. Their lead seemed secure, but Marítimo, spurred by tactical changes from manager Rui Duarte, fought back fiercely.
Substitute Martim Tavares broke Benfica hearts in the 87th minute with a goal only twelve minutes after entering the field. "Nuno Felix opens the scoring in Funchal 🤩," declared a tweet from @sporttvportugal, highlighting the back-and-forth nature of the match."
Nuno Felix opens the scoring in Funchal 🤩 #sporttvportugal #LIGanasporttv #ligaportugalmeusuper #CSMaritimo #SLBenficaB pic.twitter.com/1e78ddGirD
– sport tv (@sporttvportugal)
December 1, 2024
The final whistle blew with the score tied at 1-1, leaving Benfica B in third place, two points behind league leaders Tondela.
Meanwhile, FC Porto B earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Oliveirense. Felipe Silva gave Porto the lead in the first half, but Oliveirense leveled the score with a bizarre goal from João Silva in the 65th minute.
Just as it seemed the match would end in a draw, Gabriel Brás headed home a dramatic winner in the 90th+3rd minute. Another clip, posted by @sporttvportugal, captured the exhilaration of the Porto scores.
So, the Benfica B is in 3rd place, with 24 points, two less than the leader Tondela. This will be followed by a concert at União Leiria (9th), Saturday afternoon (2pm).
At the same time, Marítimo is 8th, with 16 points, and has not won in four rounds. In the next round they visit Mafra (16th), also on Saturday afternoon (3:30pm).
FC Porto B won by a goal at 90+3am
At Olival, FC Porto B suffered, but beat Oliveirense, 2-1. In a tense encounter, the young Dragons took the lead thanks to Felipe Silva’s header in the 36th minute.
In the second half, and after two changes at half time, Oliveirense restored parity, with João Silva, in the 65th minute, scoring a silly goal.
After accelerating down the left side and leaving the goalkeeper behind, the attacker, unbalanced on the baseline, shot from a very tight angle. Nevertheless, the ball went close to the goal line, hit the far post and went in.
Between exchanges and chances – FC Porto B sent the ball to the post, while Gonçalo Ribeiro stopped the conversion – the blue and whites got back, when most thought the draw was certain . After a free kick in the central corridor, Gabriel Brás jumped to the left and headed the ball to make it 2-1. 90 + 3 minutes have passed.
The victory leaves FC Porto B in a safe zone, in 15th place, with 12 points, equal to Paços de Ferreira and Felgueiras. Next is the trip to the Desp. Chaves (5th), Sunday evening (6pm).
At the same time, Oliveirense resumes the search for obstacles, which is why he still holds the red lantern, with six points, four from the water line. The reception in Alverca continues, also on Sunday afternoon (2pm).
This victory lifts Porto B to 15th place, while Oliveirense remains rooted to the bottom.
Both Benfica B and FC Porto B will look to build on their weekend performances in upcoming matches.
2024-12-01 17:47:00
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棣 ## Benfica B Stumble, Porto B Snatch Victory: Expert Analysis
**World-Today-News.com sits down with respected portuguese football analyst Luís Andrade to dissect a weekend filled with drama in liga II.**
**WTN:**
Luís,what were your impressions of Benfica B’s 1-1 draw with CS Marítimo? A missed prospect,surely?
**Luís Andrade:**
Absolutely,it was a golden chance for Benfica B to seize teh top spot. They started brightly, Felix’s goal showcasing their attacking venom. But Marítimo, to their credit, adapted well. Duarte’s substitutions proved crucial, injecting fresh energy and ultimately earning them a well-deserved equalizer.
**WTN:**
the late goal from Martim Tavares must have been a bitter pill to swallow for Benfica.
**Luís Andrade:**
It certainly was. Benfica controlled large portions of the game but lacked that ruthlessness in front of goal. Marítimo capitalized on a couple of lapses in concentration, highlighting how fragile a led can be. Benfica needs to learn from this and kill off games when they have the upper hand.
**WTN:**
switching gears now, FC Porto B pulled off a late show against their opponents.
**Luís Andrade:**
It was a dramatic turnaround. Porto B found themselves trailing but showed great character to fight back. The late winner underscores their resilience and fighting spirit. This could be a crucial turning point for them in the race for promotion.
**WTN:**
Porto B’s win may have overshadowed the performances of other teams in the league. Who else impressed you this weekend?
**Luís Andrade:**
Tondela, despite their draw, showed glimpses of the form that saw them top the table. Their resilience is admirable. Also, keep an eye on Académica, who are quietly climbing the table with some remarkable displays.
**WTN:**
looking ahead to the next few weeks, what are the key storylines to watch in Liga II?
**Luís Andrade:**
The title race is truly heating up. Benfica B needs to rediscover their consistency, while Porto B will look to build on their recent momentum. Tondela can’t afford to slip up, and Académica is a dark horse that could make a late surge. Expect plenty of twists and turns in the coming weeks!
