AVS Futebol SAD 2–4 Paredes: Friendly Sees Visitors Rally After Early Setback

Paredes overturned a one‑goal deficit to defeat AVS Futebol SAD 4‑2 in an International Club Friendly on 22 July 2026. Played at 17:30, the match served as a final preparation test for both Portuguese sides before the start of their respective competitive seasons.

Match Overview

AVS started brightly, taking an early lead through a well‑worked move. But Paredes quickly settled into the game, leveraging their physical edge and set‑piece prowess to turn the contest around before half‑time. The second half was more controlled, with Paredes adding two more goals to seal a convincing win.

Key Moments

• 10’ – Goal: Ricardo Sousa (AVS Futebol SAD) – Sousa finished from close range after a corner was only partially cleared.
• 18’ – Goal: Hélder Gomes (Paredes) – Gomes equalised with a powerful header from a free‑kick.
• 32’ – Goal: Fábio Lopes (Paredes) – Lopes curled a shot from outside the box into the bottom corner.
• 41’ – Goal: Nuno Pereira (Paredes) – Pereira tapped in after a goalmouth scramble.
• 58’ – Goal: Bruno Martins (Paredes) – Martins made it 4‑1 with a volley from a cross.
• 78’ – Goal: Diogo Alves (AVS Futebol SAD) – Alves scored a late consolation with a long‑range strike.

Tactical Story

AVS Futebol SAD struggled to cope with Paredes’ direct approach. Paredes targeted the AVS full‑backs with long balls and quick switches, often winning second balls. AVS tried to build from the back but lost possession frequently in dangerous areas, which Paredes punished ruthlessly.

Standout Players

Paredes forward Fábio Lopes was a constant threat, scoring one goal and creating another. AVS’s Ricardo Sousa was lively early on but faded as the game wore on – a reflection of his team’s overall lack of endurance.

Friendly Context

For Paredes, this performance suggests they are well‑drilled and ready for the challenge of the upcoming season. AVS Futebol SAD will need to shore up their defence and improve their ball retention if they hope to avoid similar reverses in competitive fixtures.