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Benfica and Sporting Lisbon move closer to leader Porto
Published
Nov. 26, 2017 7:00 p.m. ET
AP
LISBON, Portugal (AP) Brazilian striker Jonas scored a goal in each half as Benfica thrashed Setubal 6-0 Sunday to move closer to the top of the Portuguese league.
Third-place Benfica has 29 points, three fewer than leader Porto.
Rodrigo Battaglia and Gelson Martins scored as second-place Sporting Lisbon won 2-1 at Pacos Ferreira.
Battaglia's first-half goal came after video review assistance.
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Porto was held 1-1 at Desportivo Aves on Saturday, dropping points only for the second time this season in the league.
Porto hosts Benfica on Friday.
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