Benfica took a huge step towards the final with their second win in two games against Leixões in the volleyball league playoffs. The team won 3-1, with set scores of 17-25, 11-25, 31-29, and 21-25.
The match started with a bang for Benfica, who took a 7-1 lead. Leixões tried to fight back, but Benfica’s strong start set the tone. The visitors kept their cool and took the first set 25-17.
The second set was more of the same, with Benfica dominating from start to finish. They took a 9-4 lead and never looked back, winning 25-11. Leixões’ coach, Tiago Sineiro, tried to rally his team with timeouts, but it didn’t work.
The third set was a different story. Leixões came back strong, taking the lead 18-17. The set went back and forth, with both teams giving it their all. In the end, Leixões won 31-29, keeping their hopes alive.
Benfica bounced back in the fourth set, taking a 10-14 lead. They kept their advantage and won 25-21, taking the match 3-1. With this win, Benfica is one step away from the final.
In other news, Académica de Espinho and Sporting will face off on Saturday in their playoff match. Sporting is ahead 1-0 after their 3-0 win last Sunday.
Playoff Match Preview
Tiago Barth, Sporting’s central player, knows it won’t be easy. “AA Espinho will come at us with everything they’ve got,” he said. But he’s confident in his team. “We’ll be ready,” he said. “We want to win and close out the series.”
Sporting wants to win the series in three games to avoid a long and tiring final. Barth is ready for the challenge. “We’ll give it our all and try to win,” he said.
The match between Académica de Espinho and Sporting will be a tough one. Both teams will give it their all, and only one can win. Who will come out on top? Only time will tell.
Key Players to Watch
Some key players to watch in this match are:
- Tiago Barth, Sporting’s central player
- Marcel Matz, Benfica’s coach
- Tiago Sineiro, Leixões’ coach
These players will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match. Will they lead their teams to victory, or will they fall short? The world will be watching.
