Decisive defender carries Famalicão past Estoril | OneFootball

Justin De Haas converted a penalty in the 51st minute to give Famalicão a 1-0 win at Estoril.

From the spot, the centre-back kept his nerve and struck left-footed into the centre of the goal. It was a calm finish that shifted control of a tight game.

De Haas then marshalled the back line as Estoril pushed on. He won a useful free kick to ease pressure (73.). His positioning and timing in duels repeatedly broke up attacks.

The Dutch defender's numbers backed up the impact: four clearances, two blocks and three tackles won from four. He also completed 44 of 50 passes and regained possession seven times, knitting play when Famalicão needed to reset.

Because he read the game cleanly and protected the box, Estoril's territory rarely turned into clear chances. De Haas's calm on the ball and authority without it ensured the visitors controlled the key phases after the breakthrough.

Famalicão stay fifth and host Benfica next. Estoril visit Braga.