Rio Ave drew with Benfica 0-0, in a match of the 17th round of the Championship Qualification Phase, on Saturday, May 6. After the victory against Alverca in the last round, the eagles did not go beyond the draw, but know they will not reach the first place, as Porto has already been crowned champion. In Vila do Conde, the game started balanced, with the home team pressing high and Benfica trying to control the possession and get out with precision from behind. Both teams reached the offensive midfield with some ease, but without creating clear goal opportunities. In the second half, the pace was low, with Benfica trying to speed up the game and Rio Ave responding in quick transitions. The defenses were always well organized, preventing true danger from emerging until the final whistle. With this draw - the ninth in 35 games this season - Pedro Faria's team is in second place in the classification table with 31 points, 11 behind leader Porto (42). Sporting is second with 29, followed by Braga (29, but one game less). In the next round, the eagles will face Famalicão. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, at 11:00 am, at Seixal.