Sporting B lose to Marítimo, slip further behind the leaders | OneFootball

The Sporting B team was defeated by Marítimo, 1-0, this Saturday, February 21, in a match for the 23rd round of Liga 2 Meu Super. The lions returned to losing ways after three consecutive wins in the competition.

In a match played at Estádio do Marítimo, in Funchal, the green and whites showed real superiority in the first 45 minutes, but Samu proved impenetrable in the opposing goal. Mauro Couto and Rafael Nel were the main disruptors for the lions, but were unable to break the deadlock.

In the second half, the tone remained the same, but now with Salvador Blopa creating some danger. However, despite Sporting's attempts, it was Marítimo who managed to take the lead, with a goal from Romain Correia in the 77th minute.

With this defeat – their ninth in 23 games this season – João Gião's men are in third place in the standings, with 38 points. Marítimo is in first place, with 47 points. The next match is scheduled for Saturday, February 28, against Leixões, at 11:00 am, in Alcochete.

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