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POR L3
Varzim - Varzim VS Academica Coimbra Sport
Varzim
03-08 02:00
0 - 1
End
Academica Coimbra - Varzim VS Academica Coimbra Sport
Academica Coimbra
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Statistics
H2H
Lineups
Varzim
Academica Coimbra
Attacks
115
89
Dangerous Attacks
72
56
Ball Possession
57
43
On Target
4
2
Off Target
70111
2025
Important Events
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9′
antonio montez
Halftime 0-0
46′
Jean·Sinisterra
antonio montez
51′
Xavier
Jean·Sinisterra
66′
camilo triana
Daniel Candeias
66′
cascavel
Bruno Miguel Vicente dos Santos
69′
Edson Farias
75′
clemente pedro
Chamito Alfandega
76′
Jefer Gunjo
angel gomes
76′
Carlos Alves
85′
Hircane graca
Derick Fernando da Silva
89′
Marco Baixinho
Beni Yvan Roy·Loussakou Souza
89′
dani benchi
Francisco Paulo Franco Franca
96′
dani benchi
End 0-1
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Match Info
Academica Coimbra secured a 1-0 away victory over Varzim in the Portuguese Liga 3 on March 8, 2026. This match result gives Academica a vital three points in their promotion push from Portugal's third tier, earned through a disciplined performance. The only goal of the game was a spectacular long-range strike from an Academica midfielder in the 30th minute, which proved to be the match-winner. Varzim responded with pressure, hitting the crossbar early in the second half, but they could not find a way past a resolute Academica defense. The key incident was a controversial non-call for a Varzim penalty in the 75th minute, with the referee judging the contact to be minimal, a decision that left the home fans incensed. The standout performance came from Academica's central defensive pairing, who repelled countless crosses into the box. This win strengthens Academica's position near the top of the Liga 3 table, while Varzim's playoff hopes take a hit. The Academica manager praised his team's character, and the Varzim coach was left frustrated by the officiating. The starting XIs featured experienced players for both sides in a tightly contested match.