Marítimo faces the new season of the women's football league with the objective of achieving a smoother survival, after guaranteeing their place in the last season through the play-off. The Madeiran team, now coached by Carlos Graça, debuted in the championship with a 5-0 defeat against Sporting de Braga. In statements to the Portuguese news agency, Marítimo coach Carlos Graça, during the media day promoted by the Portuguese Football Federation, spoke about the expectations for the new season and highlighted the growth of women's football in Portugal. The Madeiran club thus seeks to improve on the previous season's results and avoid such a fierce battle for survival.
Marítimo expects a more competitive women's league
dnoticias.pt15 September 2026 at 06:03
Why this matters
Madeiran readers closely follow their regional team's performance in the women's league, whose performance affects the local community and the prestige of women's football on the island. The heavy defeat against Braga and the new coach's statements indicate that Marítimo faces a challenging season, with implications for fans and for the development of women's sport in the region.
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