Dominance From the Start

Benfica lived up to expectations and advanced to the next round of the Taça de Portugal after defeating GD Chaves 2–0 away from home, led by a brilliant performance from Greek striker Vangelis Pavlidis, who scored both goals of the match.

From the opening whistle, José Mourinho’s team controlled proceedings with quick ball movement, high pressing, and strong possession play. The breakthrough came in the 8th minute, when Pavlidis turned inside the box and finished powerfully to give Benfica an early lead. Chaves tried to respond, but the Lisbon side’s defense remained compact and difficult to break down.

Pavlidis Seals the Win

In the second half, the flow of the match remained the same. Benfica continued to dominate possession, looking to double their advantage against a Chaves side that relied on counterattacks and defensive resilience. Finally, in the 78th minute, Pavlidis struck again — timing his run perfectly and finishing coolly after a through ball from midfield to make it 2–0.

The Greek forward’s brace marked his first double for the club in the national cup and reaffirmed his value as one of Benfica’s most effective signings of the season. Under Mourinho’s guidance, the team managed the final minutes calmly, securing victory and a place in the next round.

A Confident and Composed Benfica

With this result, Benfica continues to showcase its strength across all domestic competitions. The Portuguese giants remain in fine form, displaying squad depth, tactical balance, and the ability to finish matches efficiently.

Meanwhile, Chaves exits the tournament with pride, having fought hard despite facing one of the country’s top teams. The scoreline reflected both the difference in quality and experience as well as the home side’s determination to compete until the end.

Benfica now marches forward in the Taça de Portugal, maintaining its ambition to fight for every trophy available this season.