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FC Porto and Benfica Open Allianz Cup Final Four in Leiria
The first clásico of 2027 is set for January 5, when FC Porto and Benfica meet in the Allianz Cup semi-finals at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria, kicking off at 20:15. Liga Portugal confirmed the schedule for the 20th edition of the competition, which crowns the season’s winter champion.
Sporting and Famalicão play the second semi-final on January 6 at 20:15 at the same venue. The final takes place on January 9 at 20:15, with all three matches broadcast live on Sport TV.
Path to the Final Four and Title History
Benfica reached the final four by defeating Gil Vicente 4–1 at home, while FC Porto eliminated Académico de Viseu with a 1–0 victory. Sporting secured their spot with a 2–1 win against Marítimo in Lisbon, and Famalicão advanced by beating SC Braga 3–1 on penalties following a 2–2 draw in regulation.
Benfica holds the record for the most Taça da Liga titles with eight victories, looking for a ninth triumph. Sporting has won four titles, FC Porto has one, and Famalicão seeks its first-ever trophy in the competition.
Match Schedules and Broadcast Details
- FC Porto vs Benfica: January 5 at 20:15 (Semi-final 1)
- Sporting vs Famalicão: January 6 at 20:15 (Semi-final 2)
- Final: January 9 at 20:15
Liga Portugal announced that ticket sales for the tournament in Leiria will begin in early December. Before meeting in the cup, FC Porto faces a fixture away against Sporting de Braga in the 17th round of the I Liga, while Benfica hosts Sporting at the Estádio da Luz for round 16.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the Allianz Cup matches take place?
All three matches of the final four will be played at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria.
When do tickets go on sale for the tournament?
Liga Portugal announced that ticket sales for the matches will begin in early December.
Who is the defending champion entering the 20th edition?
Vitória SC enters the tournament as the title holder from the previous edition, with the upcoming matches determining their successor.
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