Sporting CP punish Vitória S.C. as attack clicks | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Sporting CP beat Vitória S.C. 5-1 at the Estádio José Alvalade. Gonçalo Inácio headed the opener in the ninth minute from a set piece after Luis Suárez's delivery. Daniel Bragança doubled the lead (23.) before Maximiliano Araújo added a third in the first minute of first half stoppage time, a goal confirmed by VAR. After the restart Suárez struck (61.) and substitute Luis Guilherme finished a through ball (74.), with the Leões placing 10 of 14 attempts on target. Zeno Debast's late own goal gave Vitória S.C. a consolation (85.). Leões remain third on 76 points and visit Rio Ave next, while Vitória S.C. host Casa Pia.

Player of the Match: Luis Suárez shaped the game with a goal and two assists, created two big chances and led the line with four attempts.

Stat of the Match: Rui Silva made five saves, keeping Vitória S.C. at arm's length in both halves.

Three Things We Learned: Daniel Bragança paired his first half strike with control in possession, completing 57 of 63 passes and winning possession seven times. Geny Catamo's right flank threat told, drawing three fouls and creating a big chance in 70 minutes. Vitória S.C. delivered seven corners to the Leões' one, yet mustered only five shots on target.