Benfica celebrate narrow win over Portimonense

Benfica triumphed over Portimonense in a close win on Friday, 1x0, on matchday 15. Coming into the contest, the encarnados came from a defeat, and Paulo Sérgio's team came from two defeats.

With 8 minutes on the clock, João Mário scored the winning goal, from the penalty spot. With 18 minutes on the clock, Fredrik Aursnes advanced to the penalty, but Kosuke Nakamura defended.

After the result Benfica are 1st in the table, with 40 points, while Portimonense sit 8th place, with 19 points. With regard to the next fixture, the encarnados will host Sporting. Meanwhile, Paulo Sérgio's team will play at home against Santa Clara.