Benfica lost (33-37) against FC Porto in the first handball classic of the season. The game took place as part of the national competition and represented the first confrontation between the two teams in this season's edition.
Benfica's coach, Anders Hallberg, commented on his team's defeat. The Swedish technician considered that the team couldn't lose easy balls against FC Porto, revealing his dissatisfaction with how the players squandered finishing opportunities during the match.
FC Porto emerged victorious from the classic, prevailing by a four-goal margin. This victory enabled the Porto side to secure all three points from the match in the championship.
Benfica's negative result in this first match between the rivals represents a poor start to the season regarding direct confrontations. Anders Hallberg highlighted that losing easy balls was a determining factor in his team's defeat.
