Ali Elmusrati was on target as SC Braga secured a 2-1 away victory over Farense in Monday’s Primeira Liga encounter.
Following their 2-0 home defeat to Benfica before the international break, the Archbishops went to the Estadio de Sao Luis, saw, and left with all points at stake.
Both teams adopted a cautious approach from the blast of Rui Costa’s whistle while trying to rely on counter-attacks. Although the visitors had few chances which they could not bury past the goalkeeper.
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However, their moment of breakthrough came in the 29th minute as Elmusrati was in the right position to head Joao Novais’ cross past goalkeeper Beto.