The strong start Gil Vicente has made this season is no longer a surprise. Their run of three straight wins in Liga Betclic has launched “The Roosters” right to the top of the standings. With 13 points already banked, it marks the best opening run in the history of the Barcelos club.
This impressive streak is built on a solid defense. That defensive strength could soon bring another record. The team has matched its 1999/00 season achievement of four games without letting in a single goal. That earlier squad, led by Álvaro Magalhães, finished a remarkable fifth in the league. If Gil Vicente can stop Benfica’s attack in their next game, they will set a new club best.
It is worth remembering that Gil Vicente boasts the second-best defense in the entire championship. Over the six Liga Betclic matches played so far, “The Roosters” have only conceded goals in one game. That was their home match against FC Porto, which Porto won 2-0.