Uniao Leiria 2-0 AD Marco 09 | International Club Friendly | 15 July 2026

Uniao Leiria got their pre‑season campaign off to a winning start with a comfortable 2-0 victory over AD Marco 09 at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa on Wednesday evening. The match, which began at 17:30, gave the home side a valuable run‑out against a Liga 3 opponent, with both goals coming in the first half.

Match Report

Leiria, competing in the Liga Portugal 2 this season, controlled the tempo from the opening whistle. They took the lead in the 27th minute when striker João Pedro turned in a cross from the right. The goal came after a period of sustained pressure, with AD Marco 09 struggling to clear their lines.

Just before half‑time, Leiria doubled their advantage. Midfielder André Pereira unleashed a powerful shot from 20 yards that flew past the helpless Marco goalkeeper. The second half was a quieter affair as both sides made several substitutions, but Leiria never looked like surrendering their lead.

Goal Summary

• 27′ – João Pedro: Tapped home from close range following a low cross by right‑back Miguel Silva.
• 44′ – André Pereira: A brilliant strike from distance that arrowed into the top corner.

Performance Analysis

Uniao Leiria boss José Bacci will be pleased with his side’s intensity and organisation. The team pressed effectively and created several other chances, with winger Luís Carlos hitting the post in the first half. AD Marco 09, who play in the Campeonato de Portugal (fourth tier), had only one meaningful effort on goal – a long‑range free‑kick that was comfortably saved.

Pre‑Season Importance

For Leiria, this friendly marks the beginning of a busy pre‑season schedule as they aim to build towards a strong Liga Portugal 2 campaign. The clean sheet and two goals provide a solid platform. AD Marco 09 will take positives from the defensive effort in the second half but will need to improve their attacking threat before their league season starts.

Next up for Uniao Leiria is a friendly against Vitória Guimarães B, while AD Marco 09 face Lusitânia later in July.