At Final Four of the Portuguese Cupto be played in Leiria, at the Pavilhão do Lis, Cortes, on the 4th and 5th of May, the “host” APD Leiria and the trophy holder BCG/Hosp. St. Mary – Porto open the competition, in the first semi-final, at 3pm. The meeting, broadcast on FPBtv, in light of the most recent duels between the two teams, promises balance. In the pre-qualification phase of BCR League, the Leirienses smiled, at home, defeating the Gaienses by 58-48. In the second phase of BCR Leaguethe northern team recorded a double triumph – 47-38 and 60-65.
Luis Ramosplayer-coach of APD Leiria, confidently projects the challenge, despite being aware of the rival’s capabilities. “Expectations are good. We have to correct some mistakes made in the last few games to be at the highest level, knowing that the team from BC Gaia It’s very strong and, therefore, we have to do our best. And may the best win”, he analyzed.
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Already Marco Francisco, one of the most veterans of the Lis group, knows what it is like to win the Portuguese Cup and wants to repeat the feat, showing enthusiasm in his speech. “We are confident for this semi-final. It’s true that we will meet the national champions, a very strong and well-organized team, but we play in Leiria, in front of our home crowd and we have the conditions to reach the final. The team is motivated and focused to achieve this objective. That’s why I call on Leiria to mobilize and fill the pavilion to support us”, he launched the challenge, before outlining the recipe to be applied to circumvent the opponent’s virtues. “To overcome the BC Gaia, we need to nullify their strengths, with a strong and solid defense. We have to be focused and not make the mistakes of past games! With unity, team spirit and determination, the final will be an achievable goal. I have a lot of confidence in our team and my teammates to overcome this great opponent,” he said.
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In the hosts of BCG/Hosp. St. Mary – Portothe recent past drives Pedro Bartolocoach-player, predicting success, in the challenge against APD Leiria. “We are convinced of our chances of reaching the final. In the 2nd phase of BCR Leaguewe categorically won both games, against APD Leiria, and we knew how to give spaces the necessary defensive intensity. However, we cannot underestimate the ability of the team at APD Leiriawho has a lot of talent, inner power and physical capacity to discuss the game with any rival”, highlighted the helmsman of the winners of the previous edition.
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Marco Almeida, one of the pillars of the Gaiense team, conveys enthusiasm regarding the competition, but highlights the importance of a competent defensive game to overcome the home team’s response. “Expectations are high. In this competition, since the first day, each game has been a final and now, having arrived here, we are going to enjoy it. But the focus is on the semi-final, because if you don’t win… there is no final.
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We know well the APD Leiria, a team made up of tall athletes, are very mobile in attack, ending up wearing down opposing defenses. I think it will be the details in the defensive zone that will be vital for us to win this semi-final”, he emphasized.
In the other semi-final, the APD Braga measures forces with APD Sintraat 5pm, while the final will be played on Sunday, May 5th, at 3pm, matches also broadcast on FPBtv.
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