Match report
Benfica B Defeats FC Porto B 2–1 in Segunda Liga
Benfica B
2–1
FT
FC Porto B
May 22, 2021
Benfica B secured a thrilling 2–1 victory over FC Porto B in a closely contested Segunda Liga match. The game started with a flurry of yellow cards, but it was T. Gouveia and Diogo Mendes who capitalized on their opportunities to score for Benfica B. Despite trailing, FC Porto B's Joao Mario provided an early lead but could not maintain it. Benfica B's determination and defensive resilience proved crucial in holding off Porto's late surge.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Benfica B 2–1 FC Porto B
- • Joao Mario (FC Porto B) scored the first goal in the 38th minute
- • T. Gouveia (Benfica B) equalized in the 48th minute
- • Diogo Mendes (Benfica B) secured the win with a goal in the 72nd minute
- • Benfica B's B. Kalaica was sent off with a red card in the 78th minute
- • FC Porto B's F. Conceicao received a yellow card in the 83rd minute
Lineups
Benfica B
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 M. Svilar (G)
- 75 B. Kalaica (D)
- 63 G. Frimpong (D)
- 82 João Ferreira (D)
- 72 Tomás Araújo (D)
- 81 I. Vukotić (M)
- 87 Diogo Mendes (M)
- 43 David Tavares (M)
- 85 Úmaro Embaló (F)
- 47 Tiago Gouveia (F)
- 39 Henrique Araújo (F)
Substitutes
- 68 Rafael Brito
- 41 Samuel Pedro
- 80 Daniel dos Anjos
- 70 Filipe Cruz
- 92 Gonçalo Loureiro
- 42 Luis Lopes
- 65 Rafael Rodrigues
- 76 Martim Neto
- 98 Fábio Duarte
FC Porto B
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 99 Diogo Costa (G)
- 31 Nanu (M)
- 4 Diogo Leite (D)
- 43 João Marcelo (D)
- 21 Romário Baró (M)
- 50 Fábio Vieira (M)
- 64 M. Ndiaye (M)
- 74 Rodrigo Conceição (D)
- 23 João Mário (M)
- 30 Evanilson (F)
- 85 Francisco Conceição (F)
Substitutes
- 42 D. Loader
- 80 Rodrigo Valente
- 98 Igor Cássio
- 41 Ricardo Silva
- 68 Rafael Pereira
- 73 Pedro Justiniano
- 75 Hulk
- 70 Gonçalo Borges
- 87 Bernardo Folha
Timeline
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17' FC Porto B Card · Yellow CardJoao Marcelo
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20' Benfica B Card · Yellow CardDiogo Mendes
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38' FC Porto B Goal · Normal GoalJoao Mario
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41' Benfica B Card · Yellow CardB. Kalaica
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48' Benfica B Goal · Normal GoalT. Gouveia
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64' Benfica B subst · Substitution 1Off: I. Vukotić · On: Rafael Brito
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71' FC Porto B subst · Substitution 1Off: Joao Mario · On: D. Namaso
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72' Benfica B Goal · Normal GoalDiogo Mendes
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74' Benfica B subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Gouveia · On: Samuel Pedro
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75' FC Porto B subst · Substitution 2Off: Mor Ndiaye · On: Rodrigo Valente
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78' Benfica B Card · Yellow CardB. Kalaica
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78' Benfica B Card · Red CardB. Kalaica
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83' FC Porto B Card · Yellow CardF. Conceicao
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83' Benfica B subst · Substitution 3Off: H. Araujo · On: Daniel dos Anjos
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84' Benfica B subst · Substitution 4Off: João Ferreira · On: Filipe Cruz
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84' Benfica B subst · Substitution 5Off: Diogo Mendes · On: Gonçalo Loureiro
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84' FC Porto B subst · Substitution 3Off: Romário Baró · On: Igor Cássio
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88' Benfica B Card · Yellow CardM. Svilar
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90' Benfica B Card · Red CardFábio Duarte
Match Stats
| Stat | Benfica B | FC Porto B |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 25 | 17 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 2 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 10 | 9 |
| Corners | 4 | 9 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 6 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 3 |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 5 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ T. Gouveia's equalizing goal in the 48th minute shifted the momentum back to Benfica B
- ▸ Diogo Mendes' goal in the 72nd minute sealed the victory for Benfica B, despite trailing early
- ▸ B. Kalaica's red card in the 78th minute tested Benfica B's ability to hold on to the lead with ten men