Benfica reclaimed the top spot in the Primeira Liga standings after a commanding 3-0 victory over Estoril Praia at home on Monday in the 15th round of the competition.
The match saw Vangelis Pavlidis open the scoring in the 28th minute with a stunning long-range strike, assisted by Angel Di Maria, leaving goalkeeper Joel Robles with no chance.
In the 73rd minute, Zeki Amdouni doubled Benfica’s lead. After Robles parried a shot from Aktürkoglu, Amdouni was quick to react, slotting the rebound into the net. Amdouni sealed the triumph with a header during stoppage time, converting a corner delivered by Beste.
This victory propels Benfica to 38 points, moving them one point clear of rivals Sporting, who were held to a goalless draw by Gil Vicente. The race for the title intensifies as Benfica prepares to visit Sporting this Sunday in a crucial 16th-round clash that could significantly impact the battle for the top position.
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Benfica extend lead at Primeira Liga top after 3-0 win against Estoril
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