The Estádio Cidade de Barcelos will be bursting at the seams this Friday, 28th March, when Gil Vicente hosts Benfica in what promises to be a fireworks display of football. Through their social media channels, the Barcelos-based club confirmed the complete sell-out of all 12,046 available tickets, guaranteeing a white-hot atmosphere for this Liga Portugal Matchday 24 showdown.
A Fixture Steeped in History
This marks the first match for both sides following the international break, arriving loaded with narrative significance. Originally scheduled for 2nd March, the fixture was postponed at Benfica’s request as they faced Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League round of 16 – a rescheduling approved by both Gil Vicente and the Liga Portugal.
In the reverse fixture at Estádio da Luz, Benfica responded to Gil Vicente’s early opener with a 5-1 demolition, showcasing their attacking might. Now, on home turf, Gil Vicente have their chance for redemption before their fervent supporters.