Benfica edges past Barcelos into Campeonato final

SL Benfica secured a 4-1 win over OC Barcelos to complete a 3-0 series sweep in the Campeonato Placard semifinals. The victory sends Benfica to the championship final for the first time this season. OC Barcelos took the lead early but Benfica equalized before halftime. Two second-half goals sealed the win and the series victory. Benfica’s attack was led by forward **João Victor** and midfielder **António Silva**, who combined for three of the four goals. Benfica’s defense, marshaled by captain **Alexander Bah**, conceded just one goal across the three games. Goalkeeper **Antonio Silva** made eight saves in the final match to preserve the clean sheet. OC Barcelos struggled to contain Benfica’s wingers, with **Gonçalo Ramos** and **João Mário** creating multiple chances. The team’s lone goal came from a set piece in the first half. Benfica will face Porto in the final, scheduled for May 25. Porto defeated Sporting CP 2-1 in their semifinal to reach the championship decider. This is Benfica’s first final appearance since 2022, when they lost to Porto in a penalty shootout.