Benfica continued their commanding form in the Primeira Liga with a comprehensive 3-0 win against AVS at the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica. Emphasizing their strength at home, Benfica's first-half onslaught left AVS with no room to breathe, as goals from Alexander Bah, Enzo Barrenechea, and Rafa Silva secured the victory.
First-Half Dominance Sets the Tone
From the first whistle, Benfica asserted their dominance, with Bah opening the scoring in the 11th minute. Barrenechea doubled the lead on the half-hour mark, capitalizing on a clever assist from R. Rios. Silva's strike just before the break, assisted by S. Lopes Cabral, ensured a comfortable advantage heading into halftime.
Tactical Substitutions But No Reversal
Both teams made several tactical changes at halftime, but Benfica's hold on the game remained unshaken. AVS struggled to break through a solid Benfica defense, failing to register a single shot on target. Benfica's controlled possession and strategic play underscored their superiority, as they managed 65% possession and fired nine shots on goal.
Statistics Paint a Clear Picture
The match statistics reflected Benfica's dominance, highlighted by their 540 total passes at an 87% accuracy rate compared to AVS's 289 passes. The home side's attack yielded 22 total shots, with a notable nine on target. AVS, however, could muster only three shots all game, none troubling the Benfica goalkeeper.
Looking Ahead
Benfica's recent form continues to impress, with consistent performances buoying their title aspirations. Their ability to dominate possession and effectively convert chances will be crucial as they aim to cement their position at the top of the league. AVS, meanwhile, will need to regroup swiftly to alter their fortunes in the matches ahead.
