Famalicão orchestrated a dramatic 2-2 comeback against Benfica at the Estádio Municipal 22 de Junho, recovering from a two-goal deficit after a pivotal red card incident. The thrilling encounter saw Mathias de Amorim and Umar Abubakar secure a crucial point for the home side.

Benfica initially seized control, with Andreas Schjelderup converting a penalty in the 12th minute, confirmed by VAR. Richard Ríos then doubled the Águias' lead just seven minutes later, putting the visitors in a commanding position early in the match.

The game's momentum shifted dramatically in the 55th minute when Benfica captain Nicolás Otamendi was shown a straight red card after a VAR review upgraded his challenge. This left the Encarnados playing with ten men for a significant portion of the second half.

Capitalizing on their numerical advantage, Famalicão launched an impressive fightback. Mathias de Amorim pulled one back in the 67th minute, and Umar Abubakar completed the stunning comeback by leveling the score in the 78th minute, sending the home crowd into raptures.

Mathias de Amorim was undoubtedly the Player of the Match, delivering a goal and an assist, winning 13 possessions, and making five crucial tackles, which underpinned Famalicão's second-half surge. The team registered 15 attempts and maintained 55.2% possession, reflecting their dominance after the red card.

VAR played a significant role in the match, confirming both Benfica's early penalty and Otamendi's red card. Defender Leonardo Realpe also stood out for Famalicão, making 12 clearances and creating a goal. Looking ahead, Famalicão will visit Estrela Amadora, while Benfica will host Braga in their next fixtures.