Santa Clara drew 2–2 with CD Nacional in Liga Portugal Betclic, a match defined by clinical finishing despite modest underlying metrics. Gonçalo Paciência's brace proved decisive for the hosts, who controlled proceedings with 51 per cent possession and 19 shots, though their expected goals of 1.43 suggested fortune played a role in converting chances. Santa Clara's goalkeeper faced only four shots on target but saved just 50 per cent, conceding 1.8 expected goals against—a costly efficiency gap. CD Nacional, deploying a three-back setup, remained compact and dangerous on the counter; Liziero and Miguel Baeza's goals demonstrated their clinical edge despite 49 per cent possession and 10 shots. The visitors' goalkeeper made seven saves, posting a 71.43 per cent save rate that kept them competitive despite facing superior shot volume. Both sides left points on the table through profligacy relative to their underlying play. The draw leaves both teams searching for consistency in early-season form.