FC Porto secured a narrow 1-0 victory over arch-rivals Benfica in a tense Cup match at the Estádio do Dragão on January 15, 2026. The single-goal result settled a classic Portuguese cup tie, sending Porto through to the next round at the expense of their bitter foes from Lisbon. The match's decisive moment came in the second half when Porto's attacking pressure finally told, with a well-worked move finished calmly inside the box to break the deadlock. Benfica pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but Porto's defense, marshaled by their experienced captain, held firm under significant pressure. The match result is a significant boost for Porto's cup ambitions this season and a blow to Benfica, who will now focus their efforts on the league title race. Porto manager Sérgio Conceição praised his team's "character and tactical discipline," while Benfica's coach lamented his side's inability to convert their possession into clear chances. The starting lineups featured the usual stars for both sides, with Porto's midfield controlling the tempo and Benfica's wingers looking dangerous in flashes.