Sporting rally to beat Rio Ave (2-1), but Benfica could win title today | OneFootball

Sporting’s women’s football team beat Rio Ave 2-1 this Saturday, April 25. In a match from the 16th round of the Liga BPI, the team in green and white returned to winning ways, but could still see Benfica crowned champions if they win their clash against Braga.

Playing at the Estádio Aurélio Pereira in Alcochete, the Vila do Conde side started better and were the first to threaten seriously, taking the lead in the 22nd minute through Chardonnay Curran, who pounced on a loose ball in the box. Until half-time, the green-and-white side were unable to find an answer to the opposition’s defensive organisation.

In the second half, Sporting improved and completed the comeback in a short space of time. Ashley Barron equalised in the 67th minute following a corner, and Telma Encarnação made it 2-1 two minutes later.

With this win — their 17th in 31 matches this season — Micael Sequeira’s side sit second in the National Championship with 34 points. Benfica remain top with five more points (39, with a game in hand).

The green-and-white club now turn their attention to the 17th round of the Liga BPI. Sporting’s next match is scheduled for Friday, May 1, at 7:00 pm, against Benfica, managed by Ivan Baptista, at the Estádio da Luz.

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