Portistas Overcome Three-Goal Deficit and Secure Trophy with Two Goals from Brazilian Galeno in MeusResultados.
The football season in Portugal began in thrilling fashion with Porto winning the Portuguese Supercup in a memorable match against Sporting. The Portistas achieved an impressive comeback after trailing 3-0 and emerged victorious with a 4-3 scoreline in extra time, with Brazilian Galeno scoring two decisive goals.
Sporting started the match in Aveiro with a bang, taking the lead in the sixth minute through Gonçalo Inácio. Just three minutes later, Pote extended the lead, and Geovany Quenda made it 3-0, putting the Lisbon side in a comfortable position. However, Porto was not intimidated and began their comeback in the 28th minute of the first half, with Galeno taking advantage of a defensive error to reduce the deficit.
In the second half, Porto came out determined to change the course of the game. In the 64th minute, Nico González scored following a cross into the area, rekindling hope for the Portistas. Just two minutes later, Galeno struck again, finishing off a play from Eustaquio to level the score. With the game tied at 3-3, it went to extra time.
During the extra period, Porto maintained their momentum and managed to secure the lead in the first half of extra time, with Ivan Jaime shooting from outside the area and benefiting from a deflection that deceived goalkeeper Kovacevic. With the lead secured, Porto defended resolutely and managed to fend off Sporting’s attempts to equalize, clinching the Supercup title.
This was the first official match of the 2024/25 season, featuring the Portuguese Championship winner, Sporting, and the Taça de Portugal winner, Porto. The Portuguese league will commence next Friday, with Sporting facing Rio Ave in the opening fixture. Big things are coming your way! Follow BBscore to be the first to know about our latest innovations.
