Cloudy skies set a subdued tone for the clash, but the intensity on the field keeps the excitement alive.
First half is a back‑and‑forth affair. Leões de Jade Estruinte seize early momentum with a quick try at minute 2, followed by a perfect conversion by Artur. Trovões do Vale Azul answer within minutes, scoring a try at minute 4 and converting it at minute 5. The half sees a flurry of action: Davi Ferreira crosses for a try at minute 8, while Joaquim’s powerful drive earns a try at minute 15. Leões de Jade Estruinte convert the first two but fail on the third conversion at minute 16. A yellow card for Trovões do Vale Azul at minute 20 adds tension before the whistle.
Second half sees Trovões do Vale Azul return to the field with a new yellow card at minute 42, further weakening their lineup. The comeback spark comes at minute 48 when Trovões do Vale Azul score a try and immediately convert it, tightening the gap. Leões de Jade Estruinte regain dominance with a try at minute 51 and a successful conversion at minute 52, extending their lead. The final burst arrives at minute 56 when Rainer caps the match with a try, but a failed conversion by Alcides at minute 57 leaves the score unchanged.
Standout performances shine through. Artur’s reliable boots keep Leões de Jade Estruinte ahead with two conversions, while Davi Ferreira and Joaquim provide the crucial tries that establish early pressure. Rainer’s late try demonstrates relentless energy. Trovões do Vale Azul rely on strong defense to salvage a respectable 14 points, but the double yellow cards undermine their capacity to keep pace.
Final tally: Leões de Jade Estruinte 31 to Trovões do Vale Azul 14. Five tries for the winners, three successful conversions and two failures. The home side manages two tries but falls short with two yellow cards and an injury. The match highlights the importance of discipline and conversion accuracy, as a single missed kick can shift the balance in a tightly contested game.