Sporting Clube de Portugal cruised to a routine 3-0 win against Rio Ave to earn their first win in the Primeira Liga this season. Pote converted from close range as the Lions took a 1-0 lead into the break.

There was no respite for the promoted club in the second half, Matheus Nunes with a golazo in the 67th minute and Pote bagging his brace eight minutes later.

It could have been a far heavier defeat for the Vila do Conde side who were completely outclassed and unable to test Antonio Adán.

Benfica overcame a stubborn Casa Pisa side 1-0 in Leiria, Gonçalo Ramos' 58th minute strike giving the Eagles all three points.

Roger Schmidt’s side struggled to break down the promoted club who showed they will be hard to beat in the Portuguese top flight this season.

Benfica immediately turn their attention to a crucial UEFA Champions League play-off tie against Dynamo Kiev.

Gil Vicente’s debut campaign in Europe continues after a convincing 4-0 win against Riga in Barcelos.

The Portuguese club raced to a 3-0 half-time lead after an Ngonda Muzinga own goal alongside strikes to Kevin Villodres and Fran Navarro. Navarro put the tie to bed in the 76th minute when converted a penalty.

It was a tremendous atmosphere in Barcelos, a reminder of what a joyous and memorable occasion a football match can provide.

Vitória de Guimarães' Europa Conference League campaign has ended despite a 1-0 win against Hajduk Split in the third qualifying round second leg.

Anderson Silva gave the Portuguese club an early lead, but they were unable to square the tie after piling on the pressure for most of the match.

Os Conquistadores competed well but Moreno Teixeira's side showed they are a work in progress, particularly their attackers who are going to need a lot more time to work on their combination play.

PortuGOAL's Matthew Marshall reports from Estádio Dom Afonso Henriques.