Sporting star starts as Brazil thrash Portugal 5-0 | OneFootball

The National Women's Team was thrashed by Brazil, 5-0, this Tuesday, December 2, in Aveiro, in a nightmare preparation match for the 'Navegadoras'. Carolina Santiago, forward for Sporting (who won the last match), started the game, but was substituted at halftime for Ana Capeta. Meanwhile, Beatriz Fonseca and Maísa Correia came on in the 69th and 87th minutes, respectively.

In just two minutes, the Brazilians confirmed their favoritism. A cross from the right, Gabi Zanotti appeared unmarked in the heart of the box and headed in for 1-0. In the 17th minute, Ludmila extended the lead with a tricky shot at the near post, taking advantage of a tiny gap left by Inês Pereira.

Francisco Neto’s team showed insecurity and struggled to adjust to the opponents’ pace. In the 37th minute, Ludmila once again raced down the right flank, crossed back, and Dudinha made it 3-0 unopposed. At halftime, what Portugal lacked most was clarity.

The fourth goal came in the 74th minute, from a direct corner taken by Luany, with Belinha rising highest to head it in. The final blow came in the 90th minute. Penalty for Brazil, converted by Bia Zaneratto, sealing the 5-0 scoreline. Next up is qualification for the World Cup.

Portugal ends this preparation round for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers with two defeats, which brought mixed feelings: 2-1 against the Netherlands, where the team managed to respond to being behind, and this 5-0 loss to Brazil.

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