Filipa Cunha has been appointed by the Refereeing Committee of the Portuguese Football Federation to referee the Super Cup between Benfica and FC Porto. The match takes place on Sunday at 5:15 PM, at the Fontelo Stadium in Viseu.
This appointment places Filipa Cunha as the main referee for one of the most relevant matches in Portuguese football, pitting two of the country's biggest clubs against each other. The decision to assign this game to a female referee represents a significant moment in Portuguese refereeing.
The encounter between Benfica and FC Porto is traditionally one of the most anticipated matches on the national sporting calendar, gathering great media attention and fan interest. The holding of this Super Cup at the Fontelo in Viseu marks the relocation of this Super Cup outside the major urban centers.
