Ewerton Heroics Secure Draw for Académico de Viseu Against Benfica at Estádio da Luz
Goalkeeper Ewerton delivered a standout performance to help Académico de Viseu earn a draw against Benfica. Despite an early Pavlidis goal, the visitors held firm as fans gathered outside the Estádio da Luz.
Key takeaways
- Goalkeeper Ewerton was the standout performer for Académico de Viseu, securing a draw with a final-minute goal-line save.
- Pavlidis and Prestianni provided the scoring for Benfica, but the team could not capitalize on multiple chances to extend their lead.
- Samuel Soares was selected as the starting goalkeeper for Benfica ahead of Trubin.
- Rúben Pereira and André Clóvis scored for Académico de Viseu to force the stalemate.
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What Happened
Académico de Viseu secured a draw against Benfica at the Estádio da Luz, largely due to the efforts of their new goalkeeper, Ewerton. The match began with an early advantage for the hosts as Pavlidis scored in the 9th minute, catching Ewerton out of position. However, the goalkeeper recovered to perform several critical saves throughout the match, specifically in the 39th, 43rd, and 47th minutes, preventing Benfica from extending their lead.
The scoring continued with goals from Prestianni for Benfica and responses from Académico de Viseu's Rúben Pereira and André Clóvis. Ewerton's most significant contribution occurred at the end of the match, where he stopped a Lukebakio free kick on the goal line to preserve the level scoreline and ensure his team walked away with a point.
Background
Benfica entered the match with Samuel Soares in the starting lineup, while regular goalkeeper Trubin remained on the bench. The game was officiated by David Silva and drew attention from notable figures, including Marco Silva and Ivanovic, who were present at the stadium. Outside the Estádio da Luz, supporters gathered to follow the proceedings, while the club's mascot, the eagle Vitória, performed its traditional flight inside the venue.
Key Facts
- The match ended in a draw, with Académico de Viseu goalkeeper Ewerton recording key saves in the 39th, 43rd, and 47th minutes.
- Pavlidis opened the scoring for Benfica in the 9th minute.
- Other goalscorers included Prestianni for Benfica, and Rúben Pereira and André Clóvis for Académico de Viseu.
- Ewerton secured the draw by stopping a Lukebakio free kick on the line during the final moments of the game.
- Samuel Soares started in goal for Benfica; Trubin was among the substitutes.
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