Excitement Ignites as Title Race Heats Up with Thrilling Derby Clash! | Abola.pt
Sporting is all set to host Benfica in the opening clash of the final round, which kicks off on the 29th of March. This highly anticipated encounter features the only side that has managed to best the lions this season โ the men in red who triumphed over the reigning champions with a score of 38-34 during the 15th round of the regular season. The draw conducted at the Olympic Committee of Portugal has positioned this derby of the capital city as the marquee match in Group A, where the dragons take on Marรญtimo in the other fixture involving the top four contenders for the national title. In Group B, the first game will see Belenenses travel to Guimarรฃes for a showdown against Vitรณria SC, while รguas Santas will square off against ABC de Braga โ both matches holding great significance as teams vie for one of the final European places. The encarnados put an end to the national championsโ unbeaten run in the match that wrapped up the 15th round. Meanwhile, in Group C, as the threat of relegation looms, Pรณvoa will face off against Nazarรฉ Dom Fuas AC, whilst Avanca takes on SC Horta. It's worth noting that teams moving into this final phase carry forward half of their points accrued in the regular season. The competition resumes on the 29th of March, and the excitement is palpable. - Resource: "https://www.abola.pt/modalidades/noticias/sai-um-derbi-na-corrida-ao-titulo-de-campeao-2025031218341726334