Benfica beat Alverca 3-0, but are 11 points behind Porto | OneFootball

Benfica’s Under-17 team beat Alverca 3-0 this Sunday, May 31, in a match from the 16th round of the Championship Qualification Phase. Despite the win, the Eagles will not be able to reach first place, as Porto have already been crowned champions.

In a strong display by the Reds in Seixal, the scoreline ended up reflecting Benfica’s superiority, with a solid performance both offensively and defensively. The young players kept control of the game and were clinical with the chances they created throughout the match.

The goals were scored by Paulo Souza, Tomás Almeida and Dylan Patel, who sealed the final result and secured a win that left no room for debate for Benfica, who continue to push for second place.

With this victory — their 19th in 34 matches this season — Pedro Faria’s side sit second in the standings with 30 points, 11 behind leaders Porto (41). Braga are second with 29, followed by Sporting (26).

In the next round, the Eagles face Rio Ave. The match is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, at 11:00 am, in Vila do Conde. The northern side are currently eighth in the table with 16 points.

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