Benfica were held to a 1-1 draw by Sporting in the 20th round of the Portuguese league at the Alvalade Stadium in capital Lisbon.
Sporting defender Jefferson Nascimiento broke the ice in the 87th minute following a failed attempt by Sporting midfielder Joao Mario, whose effort was blocked by goalkeeper Artur Moraes, Xinhua reported Sunday.
Benfica equalized in the 90th through Brazilian defender Jardel Vieira, with a powerful shot from inside the area.
Benfica stands atop of the Portuguese league with 50 points, and Sporting stands at third with 43 points.
Also on Sunday, Braga beat Estoril 2-0, Nacional was held to a 3-3 draw by Arouca, Setubal was held to a 0-0 draw by Academica, V. Guimaraes lost to Belenenses 1-0, Pacos Ferreira beat Penafiel 2-1 and Maritimo lost to Gil Vicente 2-1.
