Sporting Lisbon Crowned Champions of Portugal After Benfica’s Defeat
Sporting Lisbon has emerged victorious as the champions of Portugal for the second time in 21 years, following Benfica’s defeat on Sunday. The triumph marks a remarkable achievement for Sporting, who have dominated the league with an impressive 92 goals in 32 matches.
Ruben Amorim’s side secured the title after a convincing 3-0 victory over Portimonense on Saturday, while their rivals Benfica stumbled to a 2-0 loss at Famalicao. With just two games remaining in the season, Sporting holds an unassailable eight-point lead over Benfica.
Amorim’s team has been a force to be reckoned with throughout the campaign, losing only twice. Their success is largely attributed to the prolific goalscoring of Swedish forward Viktor Gyokeres, who has netted 27 times this season. Gyokeres’s contribution has been instrumental in Sporting’s title triumph.
The club’s resurgence under Amorim is a testament to his tactical acumen and leadership. The former Benfica player has now guided Sporting to two league titles in his tenure, including the 2020/21 season.
Sporting’s triumph is a significant milestone for the club, which has a rich history in Portuguese football. The victory marks their 20th league title, trailing only Porto (30) and Benfica (38).
The club’s success is not limited to the league. Sporting will face Porto in the Portuguese Cup final on May 26, aiming to secure a double. A victory in the cup final would cap off a remarkable season for Sporting and further cement their status as one of Portugal’s top clubs.
