Taça de Portugal: Multiple upsets in third round

The third round of the Taça de Portugal saw several high-profile upsets as top-tier clubs were eliminated by lower-division sides. Notable exits included Santa Clara, who lost 3-2 to Liga 3 side Mafra after extra time, and Académico de Viseu, who fell 1-0 to Fátima. Other Primeira Liga teams eliminated include Nacional, Moreirense, and Famalicão, the latter losing 1-0 to USC Paredes.

In contrast, several top-flight clubs secured their progression to the fourth round. Casa Pia defeated Alpendorada 1-0, Marítimo overcame Alcochetense 2-1, and Vitória de Guimarães narrowly beat Lamelas 1-0. Estoril Praia also advanced following a penalty shootout against Salgueiros.

Other results included UD Leiria defeating GD Bragança 1-0 and Olhanense progressing via a 6-5 penalty shootout victory over Oliveira do Hospital after a 1-1 draw.