In a surprising upset in the Liga Feminina de Basquetebol, Quinta Dos Lombos Women defeated Benfica Women 73–59 on May 11, 2026. The visitors delivered a disciplined defensive performance and capitalized on Benfica’s cold shooting to claim a valuable road victory.
Playing at Benfica’s home arena, Quinta Dos Lombos overturned pre-match expectations. They held the league heavyweights to under 60 points and controlled the pace from the second quarter onward. After trading baskets early, Quinta Dos Lombos used a 14–2 run to close the first half, taking a 10-point lead into the break.
Tactical Breakdown
Benfica Women struggled with Quinta Dos Lombos’s zone defense, which clogged driving lanes and forced contested outside shots. The home side shot only 32% from the field and made just 4 of 18 three-point attempts. Quinta Dos Lombos, meanwhile, moved the ball patiently and found open shooters, connecting on 9 three-pointers.
The visitors’ game plan was clear: slow down Benfica’s star guard, who had been averaging over 20 points per game. With double-teams and constant pressure, they held her to 12 points on 4-of-15 shooting. Benfica’s supporting cast could not compensate, and the team’s frustration showed with 17 turnovers.
Key Players
- Quinta Dos Lombos Women: A forward posted 22 points and 10 rebounds, proving unstoppable in the post. The point guard added 14 points and 8 assists, while a sharpshooting wing contributed 13 points, including 3 three-pointers.
- Benfica Women: Despite the loss, their center had a solid game with 16 points and 12 rebounds. However, the team’s lack of perimeter shooting and defensive lapses undermined her efforts.
Impact on the Liga Feminina de Basquetebol Standings
The result was significant for both teams. Benfica Women, usually a title contender, saw their grip on the top positions loosen, dropping into second place. Quinta Dos Lombos Women moved into the top four, boosting their confidence and playoff positioning. The victory also served as a statement that Benfica’s dominance is not invincible this season.
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