Nine‑Goal Thriller in Macau: Hang Sai Edge S.L. Benfica de Macau 5-4

Fans at the Estádio Campo Desportivo were treated to an extraordinary spectacle on July 25, 2026, as Hang Sai narrowly defeated S.L. Benfica de Macau 5-4 in a topsy-turvy Liga de Elite encounter. The match featured dramatic swings, a hat‑trick for Hang Sai’s striker, and a late winner that capped a frantic second half.

First‑Half Fireworks

Benfica de Macau started the brighter and took the lead in the sixth minute through veteran forward Nicolas Torrão, who slotted home after a defensive mix-up. However, Hang Sai responded almost immediately. Chan Pak Hang equalised in the 12th minute with a looping header, and then Lei Cheng Iek put the visitors ahead just three minutes later with a low drive from the edge of the box.

The lead changed hands again before half‑time as Benfica struck twice in quick succession. Hugo Miguel fired in a free‑kick in the 32nd minute, and Torrão scored his second of the night in the 39th to make it 3-2. Yet Hang Sai refused to buckle, and Chan Pak Hang completed his own double in stoppage time to send the teams in level at 3-3.

Second‑Half Drama

The pace did not relent after the break. Hang Sai’s Lei Cheng Iek completed his hat‑trick in the 58th minute with a superb long‑range effort, restoring the visitors’ lead. Benfica hit back again nine minutes later through Rafael Silva, whose close‑range finish made it 4-4 and set up a grandstand finish.

The decisive moment arrived in the 82nd minute. A corner from the left was only half‑cleared, and Lei Cheng Iek pounced to volley home from 12 yards, completing a memorable hat‑trick and sealing a 5-4 victory for Hang Sai. Benfica threw bodies forward in the closing stages but could not find a fifth equaliser.

Standings and Significance

The result lifted Hang Sai into fourth place in the eight‑team Liga de Elite, while Benfica de Macau slipped to sixth. For neutral spectators, the match was a prime example of the league’s unpredictable nature. The combined nine goals were the highest total in a Liga de Elite match this season, underlining the attacking talent on show.

Man of the Match

Without question, Lei Cheng Iek (Hang Sai). His hat‑trick included the game‑winner and a variety of finishes. He also contributed an assist and was a constant menace to the Benfica defence all night.