In a thrilling encounter at the Estádio Municipal de Braga, Vitória de Guimarães secured a decisive 2-0 victory against their local rivals, Sporting de Braga. This win not only marked a significant moment in the Minho derby but also propelled Guimarães to third place in the Primeira Liga standings after five matches.

The match began with both teams displaying a strong desire to dominate the pitch. However, it was Vitória de Guimarães who found their rhythm in the second half. João Mendes opened the scoring just seven minutes after the break, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from Braga. The momentum shifted further in Guimarães’ favor when Tomás Ribeiro doubled the lead just seven minutes later, effectively sealing the match.

The win is a significant boost for Vitória de Guimarães as they aim to challenge for a top position in the league. With their next match on the horizon, the team will look to build on this momentum. Meanwhile, Sporting de Braga will need to regroup and address their shortcomings to return to winning ways in the upcoming fixtures.