Benfica Women’s Roller Hockey Thrash CRIAR-T 19-0 & Reach Champions League Final Four

Benfica Women’s Roller Hockey Thrash CRIAR-T 19-0 & Reach Champions League Final Four

February 19, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Sports

Benfica’s women’s roller hockey team emphatically returned to Campeonato Nacional action on Wednesday, February 18th, with a dominant 19-0 victory over CRIAR-T. This win comes on the heels of securing their place in the final four of the WSE Champions League Women. The match, played at Pavilhão Fidelidade, saw the league-leading Benfica side showcase their offensive prowess.

A Commanding Performance

Benfica, the twelve-time national champions, faced off against the second-to-last placed team in the Zona Sul standings. The difference in skill was immediately apparent, with Sofia Moncóvio opening the scoring in the 3rd minute. From that point forward, Benfica steadily increased their lead.

Maria Sofia Silva contributed two early goals (6′ and 7′), followed by Raquel Santos (7′ and 9′), Inês Severino (9′), Leonor Coelho (10′), and Marlene Sousa (12′ and 18′) to build a substantial advantage. By halftime, Benfica led 9-0, despite some attempts by CRIAR-T to challenge goalkeeper Lili Buchoux.

Second-Half Surge

The second half saw Benfica continue their relentless attack. Maria Sofia Silva quickly added to the tally (29′ and 30′), followed by further goals from Leonor Coelho and Raquel Santos (31′ and 35′ respectively). Despite a blue card issued to Rita Lopes in the 57th minute, Benfica maintained control.

Even with Marlene Sousa receiving a similar penalty (43′), Benfica’s defense held firm. Inês Severino capitalized on the opportunity, scoring in the 44th minute. Marlene Sousa (45′ and 46′) and Inês Severino (46′, 48′, and 50′) closed out the scoring, bringing the final total to 19-0.

Did You Know? Benfica has won twelve national championships, establishing them as a dominant force in Portuguese roller hockey.

Throughout the competition, Benfica has won all 13 rounds played, scoring a total of 197 goals while conceding only 5.

Looking Ahead

Benfica will next face Escola Livre on Saturday, February 21st, in an away game for the round of 16 of the Taça de Portugal, scheduled for 4:00 PM.

Expert Insight: Benfica’s commanding victory underscores their position as a leading team in Portuguese roller hockey. Their successful qualification for the WSE Champions League Women’s final four, combined with their dominant performance in the Campeonato Nacional, demonstrates a high level of consistency and skill.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the match?

The final score was Benfica 19 – 0 CRIAR-T.

Who scored the most goals for Benfica in this match?

Inês Severino scored five goals for Benfica in this match.

When is Benfica’s next match?

Benfica’s next match is on Saturday, February 21st, against Escola Livre in the round of 16 of the Taça de Portugal.

Given Benfica’s current form, what challenges might they face in the Taça de Portugal competition?