Cassiano is scheduled and plays today. The striker is Casa Pia’s big name in the first leg of the access playoff against Torreense. The duel takes place this Wednesday, at 6pm on Portugal, on Estádio Manuel Marques, on Torres Vedras. The match opens the two-game series that decides the last place in Liga Portugal Betclic 2026/27.
The formations were confirmed in the last few hours. Torreense maintains 4-3-3. Casa Pia repeats the 3-4-3 with Cassiano among the starters after serving suspension. The player’s return cheers up the Lisbon squad.
Escalação holder of Torreense
The home team enters with Lucas Paes in goal. The defense has D. Bruno, M. A. Diadié, Stopira as captain and J. Vázquez. The midfield features L. Azevedo, G. Liberato and A. Alfaro. In attack, L. Quintero, M. Drammeh and D. Jean complete the eleven.
- Lucas Paes
- D. Bruno, M. A. Diadié, Stopira (c), J. Vázquez
- L. Azevedo, G. Liberato, A. Alfaro
- L. Quintero, M. Drammeh, D. Jean
Torreense is experiencing a special moment. Além from the playoff, the club will compete in the Taça Portugal final soon. Coach Luís Miguel Valado Tralhão asked for full focus on this home match. The stadium should receive good attendance.
Cassiano confirmed and formation of Casa Pia
Casa Pia confirms Patrick Sequeira in goal. The back three has J. Goulart, Kaly and David Sousa. The middle has J. Livolant, I. Mohamed, L. Ofori and P. Rosas. Cassiano appears as captain in the attack alongside G. Larrazabal and J. Marques.
- Patrick Sequeira
- J. Goulart, Kaly, David Sousa
- J. Livolant, I. Mohamed, L. Ofori, P. Rosas
- G. Larrazabal, Cassiano (c), J. Marques
Coach Paulo Pinto highlighted the importance of Cassiano. The striker returned after two games of suspension and brings experience for the decisive moment. Casa Pia seeks to maintain the category after an irregular season in the elite.
Detalhes stadium and refereeing
The Estádio Manuel Marques has reduced capacity and natural grass. The mild temperature helps with the rhythm. Referee David Rafael Oliveira of Silva commands the game. Algumas injury absences exist on both sides, but the main names are available.
Live scores and statistics appear in real time across multiple apps. Posse of ball, submissions and cards are monitored minute by minute. The recent history between the clubs is short.
Transmissão live from the game
Fans follow the clash on Sport TV at Portugal. Abroad, Liga TV broadcasts for free. Official Apps and league websites show the sign complete with images.
- Sport TV (Portugal, paid channel)
- Liga TV (international free broadcast)
- Plataformas streaming from Liga Portugal
Portais as Sofascore and Flashscore update the score and technical data. The second game is scheduled for May 28th on Rio Maior.
Expectativa for the playoff
Torreense plays at home with the support of the fans. A victory creates a good advantage for the return. Casa Pia, with Cassiano back, bets on quick counterattacks. Cada counts in detail in this tie.
The result of this match sets the tone for the decision. Empate can open the way for the visiting team. Coaches prepare final adjustments. Portuguese football follows who guarantees a place in the first division.