After losing to Santa Clara, Arouca was overtaken by their rivals, who seized fourth place.

Arouca hosts Santa Clara.

For almost the first 15 minutes, Arouca controlled the game with a high possession rate.62% - 38%However, they still haven't created any dangerous opportunities. Conversely, Santa Clara showed sharpness in their counter-attacks when they had...0 - 2shot (on target)0 - 1), forcing the opposing goalkeeper to make a save to keep the score level.0 - 0.

In the 22nd minute, receiving an assist from José Tavares,Gonçalo PaciênciaA precise finish put Santa Clara ahead 0-1. Although Arouca had 66% possession - 34%, the visitors were the ones who capitalized better to take the lead.

Immediately after falling behind, the home teamAroucaThe home team made a substitution in the 23rd minute, replacing Pablo Gozálbez with Mateo Flores. They were trailing 0-1 and needed to quickly regain their attacking momentum.

After 25 minutes of play, Arouca were trailing.0-1Despite this, they maintained a slight advantage in possession with 61% - 39% of the ball. However, Santa Clara created more notable scoring opportunities, leading in total shots on goal with 2-5, and maintaining a tight defensive formation to preserve their advantage.

In the 33rd minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.Emanuel MoreiraSanta Clara's goal after a foul. With the visitors currently leading 0-1 but under immense pressure as Arouca controlled 64% of the ball possession, caution is key for Moreira and his teammates to maintain their advantage.

36th minute,José TavaresHe shone brightly, increasing the score to 0-2 for Santa Clara, completing a goal that doubled the lead away from home. Despite having less possession than their opponents (37% - 63%), the visitors still made the most of their opportunities to firmly consolidate their lead.

Trailing by two goals, Arouca proactively pushed forward and controlled possession with 63% vs. 37%. However, the home team still struggled against the opponent's tight defense, managing only 3-5 shots compared to Santa Clara, and were unable to find the net to narrow the gap.

At the end of the first half, the score was 0-2.

The second half has begun.

Right at the start of the second half, in the 46th minute, Näis Djouahra provided a perfect assist forIván BarberoHe scored, reducing the deficit to 1-2 for Arouca. This valuable goal opened up hopes of a comeback for the home team after being two goals down.

Entering the second half while trailing.1-2Arouca proactively dominated possession with a high percentage.65% - 35%In an attempt to find an equalizer, Santa Clara still proved sharper on the counter-attack, with a slightly higher number of shots on goal.6 - 9(hit the target)3 - 5.

In the 54th minute, the midfielderNäis DjouahraArouca was shown a yellow card by the referee after a foul. Trailing 1-2, the home team needed to remain calm and continue searching for an equalizer.

In the 62nd minute, Santa Clara made a substitution whenDani Borgeswas brought onto the field to replaceJosé TavaresThe away team is trying to maintain their 1-2 lead against the overwhelming pressure of Arouca's superior ball control.

Having passed the 60th minute, Arouca is making an effort to control the game with superior possession.62% - 38%in an attempt to find an equalizer. However, Santa Clara's counter-attacks proved sharper, with the visitors still dominating in terms of shots on goal.7 - 10, hit the target3 - 5) to maintain the 1-2 lead.

64th minute,Vasco César Freire de SeabraArouca received a yellow card from the referee for protesting. With the home team trailing 1-2, tempers began to flare as the pressure to equalize intensified.

65th minute,Tiago RibeiroThe Santa Clara players received a yellow card from the referee for their reaction. The atmosphere on the field is becoming very tense as players from both teams are constantly engaging in heated arguments.

In the 65th minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.Espen van EeArouca reacted angrily to the foul. The atmosphere on the pitch is becoming extremely tense as both teams receive consecutive penalties from the referee.

In the 68th minute, Arouca decided to strengthen their squad by bringing on...Pedro Santoscame onto the field as a substitute forEspen van EeTrailing 1-2, the home team made an effort to refresh their playing style in search of an equalizer in the remainder of the match.

In the 68th minute, Arouca decided to increase the pressure by launching an attack.Gabrijel Rukavinacame onto the field to replaceNäis DjouahraTrailing 1-2, the home team made an effort to find a goal to keep their hopes of turning the situation alive.

In the 72nd minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.Pedro FerreiraFollowing a foul, the match is heating up as Santa Clara tries to defend their narrow 2-1 lead against pressure from the home team, Arouca.

73rd minute,Santa ClaraThe decision to make a personnel change whenHenrique Silvawas brought onto the field as a substitute forTiago RibeiroThe visiting team needs to improve their physical fitness and midfield security after Ribeiro received a yellow card earlier.

73rd minute,Santa ClaraThe decision to make a personnel change whenWellington Torrãowas brought onto the field to replaceBrenner Lucas Goncalves SantosThe visiting team hopes this fresh impetus will energize their attack and help them maintain their slender lead.

73rd minute,Santa ClaraMake personnel changes whenLuis Fernando Santos Oliveirawas brought on as a substitute.Gonçalo PaciênciaThe visiting team is trying to refresh their lineup in order to protect their 1-2 lead against pressure from Arouca.

In the 74th minute, Arouca were pushing forward in an attempt to find an equalizer as they controlled possession.61% - 39%Nevertheless, Santa Clara still proved very dangerous on counter-attacks, with a slightly better shooting record.9 - 10(hit the target)4 - 5) to maintain the lead.

In the 81st minute, Arouca decided to take the shot.Brian Mansillacame onto the field as a substitute.Alfonso TrezzaTrailing 1-2, the home team made an effort to find new energy in attack in the hope of snatching a point in the final minutes.

In the 81st minute, Arouca decided to bring Fally Mayulu on to replace Orest Lebedenko in order to increase the pressure in the final minutes. Trailing 1-2, the home team desperately needed a goal to improve their position in the standings.

In the 82nd minute, Santa Clara decided to withdraw.Vinicius Lopeztake a break to make room forLuiz Fernando Salles De CastroThe away team is trying to maintain their 1-2 lead as the match enters its final minutes of regular time.

84th minute,Luiz Fernando Salles De CastroSanta Clara received a yellow card from the referee after a foul. The match was drawing to a close with increasing tension as the visiting team tried to maintain their 1-2 lead against pressure from Arouca.

In the 85th minute, difficulties arose for Santa Clara whenLuiz Fernando Salles De CastroHe received a direct red card and was sent off. Losing a player in the final minutes put the visiting team under immense pressure as they tried to maintain their slender lead.

In the 87th minute, the intensity of the match continued to rise whenGabrijel RukavinaArouca received a yellow card from the referee for protesting. With their team trailing 1-2 and little time remaining in regular time, the Arouca players were clearly under immense psychological pressure.

In the 89th minute, Arouca threw everything into search of an equalizer, dominating possession until they reached a high point.62% - 38%Nevertheless, Santa Clara held firm to protect their 1-2 lead thanks to the concentration of their defense, in a match where the away team had slightly more shots on goal.10 - 12(hit the target)4 - 5.

The match ended with a score of 1-2.