FC Alverca claimed a vital 2-1 victory over U. Leiria this Sunday in a match from the 20th round of Liga Portugal Meu Super.

In a crucial encounter for the home side, aiming to close in on third place, FC Alverca took the lead in the first half. In the 25th minute, Brenner Lucas capitalized on excellent work from Diogo Martins, getting ahead of the defense to score the opener.

The hosts doubled their lead in the second half. In the 83rd minute, Carter rose highest to head home another assist from Diogo Martins, making it 2-0. Daniel dos Anjos pulled one back in the 89th minute, but it wasn’t enough to prevent FC Alverca’s victory.

With this win, FC Alverca climbs to fourth place with 34 points, just one behind third-placed SL Benfica B. Meanwhile, U. Leiria sits in ninth place with 28 points.

Man of the Match Liga Portugal Meu Super: Anthony Carter (FC Alverca)

FC Alverca prevail at home

FC Alverca prevail at home