Liga Portugal begins 2026/27 season with opening matches

The 2026/27 Liga Portugal season is commencing with its opening round of matches. Early fixtures include Estoril and Famalicão, who played to a draw, and upcoming clashes involving major clubs such as Benfica, FC Porto, and Sporting CP.

Benfica is set to face newly promoted Académico Viseu at the Estádio da Luz. Benfica enters the match as a heavy favorite under new manager Marco Silva, while Académico Viseu makes its first appearance in the top flight after 37 years. Notably, the Benfica match is expected to be played behind closed doors.

FC Porto will open their campaign against Alverca at the Estádio do Dragão. Porto manager Francesco Farioli has indicated that the squad may see further transfers before the window closes. Meanwhile, Sporting CP is scheduled to play away against Estrela da Amadora.

Various media outlets and broadcasters, such as SportTV and Eleven Sports, are providing coverage for these inaugural matches.