Sporting CP Clinches Late 2-1 Victory Over Sturm Graz in UEFA Europa League

In a captivating UEFA Europa League match, Sporting CP secured a late 2-1 victory against Sturm Graz, thanks to a clinical counter-attack.

Sturm Graz Takes the Lead

The match’s dynamics shifted in the 58th minute when Sturm Graz, led by Boving, capitalized on a rebound opportunity. Kiteishvili’s shot was initially blocked by Sporting CP’s goalkeeper, Antonio Adán, but Boving reacted swiftly, pouncing on the loose ball in the six-yard box and sending it into the roof of the net.

Sporting CP Strikes Back

Sporting CP responded promptly, equalizing in the 62nd minute through Marcus Edwards. Trincão, operating on the right wing, expertly maneuvered past his marker before delivering a tantalizing cross into the box. Edwards, unmarked at the back post, headed the ball past Sturm Graz goalkeeper Jörg Siebenhandl.

Sporting CP Seizes Victory

The match’s decisive moment occurred in the 88th minute, as Sporting CP clinched the win with a clinical strike from Pedro Gonçalves. Gonçalves initiated the pivotal counter-attack from midfield, playing a precise through ball to Edwards. Edwards surged into the box, drawing Siebenhandl out of position before squaring the ball to Gonçalves, who calmly tapped it into the empty net.