AVS SAD almost pulled off a stunning upset against Sp. Braga, but the dream slipped away at the very last moment. The visitors, still chasing their first win in the Liga Betclic, saw a hard-fought lead disappear, settling for a 2-2 draw. It was a nail-biter that left everyone wondering what might have been.
Diego Duarte, the Paraguayan striker, just 23 years old, made his mark in a big way. He found the net for the first time for the team from Vila das Aves, scoring their second goal in the 34th minute. That moment truly flipped the score, giving AVS a 2-1 lead and leaving the fans at Braga’s Pedreira stadium completely stunned. However, the home side managed to snatch a late equalizer, denying AVS SAD what would have been their crucial first victory. The team now stands with two losses and one draw in the league.
Duarte spoke after the match, clearly feeling the sting of the missed opportunity. “The opponent was really tough,” he admitted. “We planned the match well, but it got away from us at the end.” Despite the disappointment, his focus remained clear. “We’ll keep working hard to grab three points at home.” He expressed the team’s desire for a win. “We wanted to win, but it wasn’t our day. We just have to keep at it.” He sees improvement within the squad. “The squad is getting better. We’ll keep pushing until we get that victory.” For Duarte, his personal contribution is tied to the team’s success. “It’s super important for me, as a forward, to score goals and help the team,” he explained. “I need to keep working so I can keep finding the net.”
