Lusitano was eliminated from the Portuguese Cup after losing 1-2 against Belenenses, in a match played at Campo da Estrela. The tie was decided with emotion until the last minute, as indicated by the news headline.
The first half of the match was marked by balance between the two teams in midfield, with few goal-scoring opportunities for both sides. The goalless draw remained for most of the first half.
The deadlock was broken at 44 minutes, when João Oliveira finished in the penalty area and put Belenenses ahead before halftime, with the score at 0-1 at the break.
At the start of the second half, Lusitano took control of the game and began operating in the opponent's midfield, creating several goal-scoring opportunities in an attempt to turn the result around.
