Moreirense vs AVS

Michael DaCosta — The new Moreirense signing made an immediate impression, scoring the goal that sparked the revival. His contribution will encourage Botelho da Costa as the squad builds towards the new season.

Yan Lincon — The Moreirense striker took his goal well to complete the comeback. His movement troubled the AVS defence throughout the second half.

Tunde Akinsola — A lively presence for AVS in the first half, scoring one and causing problems for the Moreirense backline before being substituted.

Talles Wander — Composed finish for AVS's second goal, part of an effective first-half showing from the away side.

As a pre-season friendly with rolling substitutions and no official match stats published, the scoreline tells the story of two distinct halves. AVS's 2-0 lead at the break reflected their sharper start, while Moreirense's second-half response — two goals in reply — suggests the team's fitness and tactical adjustments are progressing under Botelho da Costa. The absence of a winner is typical of pre-season hit-outs where both managers prioritise minutes and systems over the result.

Both sides continue their pre-season preparations with friendlies on Wednesday 22 July. Moreirense face I Liga opponents Santa Clara, while AVS take on Liga 3 side Paredes at 10:30. Moreirense begin their pre-season training camp in Ofir on Monday 20 July, running through to Saturday. The result itself carries no competitive weight, but the comeback will be more encouraging for the Moreirense camp than the slow start.

A standard pre-season friendly with a tale of two halves. AVS were the sharper side early, but Moreirense's second-half response rescued a draw. For betting purposes, little can be read into the result itself — pre-season form is notoriously unreliable — but Moreirense's depth, particularly the impact of new signing DaCosta, is worth monitoring ahead of the new season.