GD Chaves Edges Chaves B 1-0 in Local Derby Friendly

In an all-Chaves affair on July 8, 2026, GD Chaves defeated their B team Chaves B by a single goal in a tightly contested club friendly. The match, played at the club's training complex, allowed the senior squad to fine-tune their combinations against familiar opposition.

The only goal of the game came in the first half, with GD Chaves converting after a period of sustained pressure. Chaves B fought hard and even created a few chances of their own, but the senior side's experience and composure saw them hold on for the narrow victory.

Friendly matches between a first team and its reserve side are common in Portugal, offering minutes to players returning from injury or those needing sharpness. For GD Chaves, the win maintains morale and provides a platform to build on ahead of tougher preseason tests. Chaves B will take heart from their competitive display against a higher-level outfit.