ATC (W) 56 – 35 GD Andre Soares Women | Portuguese Div 2 (W) Cup

ATC (W) delivered a dominant defensive performance to overpower GD Andre Soares Women 56-35 in their Portuguese Divisão 2 Feminina Cup quarterfinal on May 2, 2026. The home team’s relentless pressure from the opening tipoff stifled the visitors’ offense, allowing ATC to cruise to a comfortable victory.

Match Overview

From the very first minutes, ATC (W) established control. Their full-court press forced GD Andre Soares into multiple turnovers, which ATC converted into easy points on the other end. The first quarter ended with ATC leading 18-8, and they never looked back.

By halftime, the lead had stretched to 15 points, and the third quarter saw ATC continue to extend their advantage. GD Andre Soares struggled to find any rhythm offensively, shooting a low percentage from the field and failing to get to the free-throw line consistently. ATC’s balanced scoring attack and disciplined defense ensured the game was never in doubt.

Defensive Dominance

The standout aspect of the match was ATC’s defensive intensity. They held GD Andre Soares to just 35 points, a season-low for the visitors. ATC’s ability to switch on screens and contest every shot made life miserable for the opposing shooters. The home team also dominated the rebounding battle, limiting second-chance opportunities for GD Andre Soares.

What This Means

ATC (W) advances to the semifinals of the Portuguese Div 2 (W) Cup with authority, sending a strong message to the remaining teams. Their cohesive team play and suffocating defense make them a serious contender for the title. For GD Andre Soares Women, the defeat is a setback, but they can take lessons from this performance as they return to league competition, where they will aim to rebuild their confidence and finish the season on a positive note.