Torreense and Casa Pia face each other this Wednesday in the first leg of the Liga Portugal Betclic access playoff. The game takes place on Estádio Manuel Marques, on Torres Vedras. The match marks the beginning of the dispute that defines the last team in the Portuguese football elite for the 2026/27 season.
The two teams already have their formations defined. The Torreense coach opted for a 4-3-3 formation. Casa Pia comes with the usual 3-4-3. The kickoff is scheduled for 6pm local time.
Escalação confirmed from Torreense
The home team enters with Lucas Paes in goal. The defense has D. Bruno, M. A. Diadié, Stopira as captain and J. Vázquez. In the middle, L. Azevedo, G. Liberato and A. Alfaro form the trio. The attack has L. Quintero, M. Drammeh and D. Jean.
- Lucas Paes
- D. Bruno, M. A. Diadié, Stopira (c), J. Vázquez
- L. Azevedo, G. Liberato, A. Alfaro
- L. Quintero, M. Drammeh, D. Jean
The Torreense squad arrives motivated after a good campaign at Segunda Liga. The team will also compete in the Taça Portugal final in the next few days, which requires effort management in this intense week.
Casa Pia’s Formação and strategy
Casa Pia, which seeks to remain in the first division, confirms the following starting eleven. Patrick Sequeira is the goalkeeper. The line of three defenders has J. Goulart, Kaly and David Sousa. In the middle, J. Livolant, I. Mohamed, L. Ofori and P. Rosas. At the front, G. Larrazabal, Cassiano as captain 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 should explore quick transitions. The Lisbon team needs to score points away from home to facilitate the decision in the second leg, scheduled for May 28th at Rio Maior.
Stadium Detalhes and game conditions
Estádio Manuel Marques has a capacity of around 2,431 spectators. The natural lawn must be in good condition at this time of year. Torres Vedras receives the duel with high expectations, as the club is experiencing a historic moment with the Taça playoff and final.
Silva referee David Rafael Oliveira commands the match. The teams have some absences due to injuries, but the coaches counted on the main group during the preparation. The temperature should be mild, which favors the pace of the game.
Como follow live
Fans can watch the match on Sport TV at Portugal. Internacionalmente, broadcast is free via the Liga TV platform. Apps and the broadcasters’ official websites offer the signal with images and statistics in real time.
- Sport TV (paid channel on Portugal)
- Liga TV (Worldwide Free Streaming)
- Plataformas official streaming from Liga Portugal
The live score is available on portals such as Sofascore, Flashscore and ESPN. Essas tools show ball possession, shots and cards in real time.
Histórico recent and importance of the duel
The two clubs have faced each other a few times in recent years. The playoff represents Torreense’s chance to move up for the first time in a long time. Para or Casa Pia, the mission is to avoid falling after an irregular season in the elite.
The result of the first leg directly influences the strategy for the second game. Empate with away goals could benefit Casa Pia. Vitória from Torreense at home creates pressure on the opponent. Players know that each move weighs on the entire season.
Luís Miguel Valado Tralhão, Torreense’s trainer, and Paulo Pinto prepare final adjustments. The focus is on concentration from the first minute. Manuel Marques should be full, pushing the home team in search of a positive result.
The second leg takes place on May 28th. Até There, Portuguese football is closely monitoring who secures the place in Liga Portugal Betclic 2026/27.