Benfica to Start Liga BPI Title Defense at Home Against Racing Power
The FPF Arena Portugal in Cidade do Futebol hosted the Liga BPI draw for the 2026/27 season, which begins on September 12. Reigning champions Benfica will open their title defense at home against Racing Power, while Sporting hosts Vitória de Guimarães. A key novelty is FC Porto's debut in the top division of women's national football, starting with an away match against Valadares Gaia. The 18-round, two-leg season features notable fixtures: the Lisbon derby between Benfica and Sporting in the 5th round, and the classic between Benfica and FC Porto in the 9th round and again in the final round. Other first-round matches include Torreense vs. Rio Ave and Sp. Braga vs. Marítimo. The full first-half schedule is listed, highlighting key matchups across the nine initial rounds.
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