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Arouca vs. Sporting CP: Match Report

The recent clash between Arouca and Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga took place at the Estádio Municipal de Arouca. The match was officiated by referee H. Carvalho and was part of the regular season, specifically Round 19. Sporting CP emerged victorious with a score of 2-1, continuing their strong performance in the league.

Match Overview

In a game filled with intensity and pivotal moments, Luis Javier Suárez was the standout player for Sporting CP, scoring both goals for his team. The first came in the 35th minute, putting Sporting CP ahead, while his second goal sealed the victory in stoppage time at the 90th minute. Arouca's Ignacio Barbero managed to level the score briefly with a goal in the 48th minute, adding drama to the encounter.

Key Events

• Goals:
  • 35' - L. Suárez (Sporting CP)
  • 48' - I. Barbero (Arouca)
  • 90' - L. Suárez (Sporting CP)
• Red Cards:
  • Matías Rocha (Arouca) - 5'
  • Matheus Reis (Sporting CP) - 5'
• Yellow Cards:
  • João Simões (Sporting CP) - 64'
  • Ignacio de Arruabarrena (Arouca) - 76'
  • Naïs Djouahra (Arouca) - 84'
  • Javi Sánchez (Arouca) - 88'
  • Rui Silva (Sporting CP) - 90'
  • Morten Hjulmand (Sporting CP) - 90'
  • Luis Javier Suárez (Sporting CP) - 90'

Statistics

Statistic	Arouca	Sporting CP
Possession	35%	65%
Total Shots	11	15
Shots on Target	5	4
Corners	4	7
Fouls	11	12

Current Standings

Following this match, Sporting CP solidified their position in the upper tier of the Primeira Liga table, while Arouca remains in search of crucial points to climb up the standings. This victory marks Sporting CP's fourth win in the last five encounters against Arouca, reinforcing their dominance in this matchup.

As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this performance, with Arouca aiming to break their streak of defeats against a formidable Sporting CP side.