Liga Portugal 2: Sporting CP B 0-1 GD Chaves. A solitary goal was enough for GD Chaves to edge past Sporting CP's B team in a tightly contested Liga Portugal 2 fixture. The decisive moment arrived in the 65th minute when Chaves capitalized on a defensive lapse, their striker slotting home from close range. Sporting B, composed largely of academy prospects, controlled possession for large periods but lacked the final product to break down a resolute Chaves back line. The visitors defended their lead doggedly, with their goalkeeper making a crucial late save to preserve the three points. This result is a significant boost for Chaves' ambitions of returning to the top flight, demonstrating their ability to grind out results away from home. For Sporting B, it was another lesson in the harsh realities of professional football against experienced sides. The Chaves manager highlighted the importance of defensive solidarity, while the Sporting B coach focused on the learning experience for his young squad.