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Portuguese league: Benfica and Sporting Lisbon move closer to leader Porto 

Brazilian striker Jonas scored a goal in each half as Benfica thrashed Setubal 6-0 Sunday to move closer to the top of the Portuguese league.

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LISBON: Brazilian striker Jonas scored a goal in each half as Benfica thrashed Setubal 6-0 Sunday to move closer to the top of the Portuguese league.

Third-place Benfica has 29 points, three fewer than leader Porto.

Rodrigo Battaglia and Gelson Martins scored as second-place Sporting Lisbon won 2-1 at Pacos Ferreira.

Battaglia's first-half goal came after video review assistance.

Porto was held 1-1 at Desportivo Aves on Saturday, dropping points only for the second time this season in the league.

Porto hosts Benfica on Friday.

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