Benfica Draws 2-2 Against Académico de Viseu in I Liga Opener
Madeira GuideIn an intense match at Estádio da Luz, Benfica drew 2-2 with Académico de Viseu, despite leading twice in the game. This marks Académico de Viseu's return to I Liga after 37 years.
In an exciting start to the I Liga football season, Benfica played to a 2-2 draw against Académico de Viseu at the Estádio da Luz. The match was held behind closed doors due to ongoing health and safety protocols.
Benfica took the lead early in the match with a goal from Pavlidis at the 10th minute. Académico de Viseu, newly promoted to the I Liga after 37 years, managed to equalize in the 55th minute with a goal from Rúben Pereira.
The home team regained the lead thanks to a goal by Prestianni, but Académico de Viseu's André Clóvis scored another equalizer in the 67th minute, ending the game in a tie.
Both teams leave the pitch with a point each, marking an impressive comeback for Académico de Viseu in the top division of Portuguese football. Benfica, on the other hand, will look to tighten their defense in the upcoming matches.
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