AROUCA, Portugal (Interstat) — Tiago Esgaio’s goal just before halftime stood as the winner as Arouca defeated Estrela Amadora 1-0 in a Primeira Liga match Sunday at Estádio Municipal de Arouca.

The decisive moment came in the 46th minute, converting a chance that broke a first-half deadlock. The visitors from Amadora failed to find an equalizer despite applying pressure in the second half.

The match was a physical affair, featuring 12 yellow cards. Key defensive and midfield performances, including from Arouca’s Javi Sánchez and Espen van Ee, helped secure the narrow victory. The result improved Arouca’s league record to nine wins, 14 losses and five draws, while Estrela Amadora fell to six wins, 11 losses and nine draws.