FC Porto defeats Benfica 3-1 to lead Primeira Liga

FC Porto secured a 3-1 victory against Benfica in a major Primeira Liga derby, maintaining a perfect record of seven wins from seven matches. The win places Porto at the top of the table with 21 points, establishing a five-point lead over second-placed Benfica.

Key moments in the match included an early goal by Gabri Veiga in the 31st minute, followed by a red card for Benfica's Kleman Lengle. Although Alexander Bah equalized for Benfica in the 51st minute, Porto responded quickly with a goal from Viktor Froholt. Hwang In-beom scored the decisive third goal in the 60th minute, marking his first goal for the club on his birthday.

The match also featured the return of Polish player Oskar Pietuszewski from injury, who appeared as a substitute in the 85th minute. Other Polish players, Jakub Kiwior and Jan Bednarek, also featured in the squad. Porto legend Pepe commented on the importance of professionalism for young talents like Pietuszewski.