Sunday, May 15, 2016

Benfica wins 3rd straight Portuguese league title (The Associated Press)

Benfica's Jonas celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the Portuguese league last round soccer match between Benfica and Nacional at Benfica's Luz stadium in Lisbon, Sunday, May 15, 2016. (AP Photo/Steven Governo)

Benfica won its third straight Portuguese league title by defeating Nacional 4-1 in Sunday's last round, setting a new league record with 88 points from 34 matches. Nicolas Gaitan scored two goals and Jonas and Pizzi added one each to give Benfica its 13th straight win and secure the title by two points over crosstown rival Sporting Lisbon. Benfica won its 35th league title while FC Porto finished with 73 points in third place.


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