Cícero strikes in added time as Sporting CP held by Tondela | OneFootball

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·29 April 2026

Cícero strikes in added time as Sporting CP held by Tondela

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Match in Five Sentences: Sporting CP and Tondela drew 2-2 at the Estádio José Alvalade. Luis Suárez put Leões ahead in the 62nd minute from Salvador Blopa's cross. João Silva's own goal doubled the lead (78.), then deep in second half stoppage time Rui Silva saved Makan Aïko's penalty before Blopa diverted into his own net and Cícero levelled. Leões had 16 attempts and 64.0% possession, but could not close it out. Leões stay third in Liga Portugal and host Vitória S.C. next, while Tondela remain 17th and visit Casa Pia.

Player of the Match: Luis Suárez led Leões' attack, scoring once and adding five attempts with 10 touches in the box to keep Tondela under pressure.


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Stat of the Match: Leões completed 90.3% of 701 passes, reflecting long spells of control.

Three Things We Learned: Salvador Blopa's substitute cameo swung both ways, providing the assist for the opener before later scoring an own goal. Luis Suárez leads the Liga Portugal scoring chart with 25 goals, sitting first this season. Tondela earned a point despite 36.0% possession and only two shots on target.

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