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Ghana forward Issah Abass led Chaves to a stunning 1-0 victory over Benfica in the Portugal Premiera Liga fixture held at the Estadio Municipal Manuel Branco Teixeira on Saturday evening.
Issah Abass initially began the game on the bench but was introduced in the 70th minute to replace Joao Correia.
Despite being on the field for only 20 minutes, the former Black Meteors attacker had the most important touch of the game by scoring the winning goal for Chaves in the final moments of the game.
The 24-year-old's goal was a result of a terrible mistake made by the Benfica backline. He skillfully took advantage of the opportunity, made his way into the box, and then delivered a superb strike that found the back of the net.
This victory for Chaves over the league leaders was a surprise to many. This win also saw the team move to 10th on mid-table with 36 points.
Issah Abass has been doing well this season, having scored three league goals from 2o league appearances.
Issah Abass initially began the game on the bench but was introduced in the 70th minute to replace Joao Correia.
Despite being on the field for only 20 minutes, the former Black Meteors attacker had the most important touch of the game by scoring the winning goal for Chaves in the final moments of the game.
The 24-year-old's goal was a result of a terrible mistake made by the Benfica backline. He skillfully took advantage of the opportunity, made his way into the box, and then delivered a superb strike that found the back of the net.
This victory for Chaves over the league leaders was a surprise to many. This win also saw the team move to 10th on mid-table with 36 points.
Issah Abass has been doing well this season, having scored three league goals from 2o league appearances.