The 1965–66

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was the 26th edition of the Portuguese

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knockout tournament, organized by the

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(FPF). The 1965–66 Taça de Portugal began on 6 November 1965. The final was played on 22 May 1966 at the

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were the previous holders, having defeated Benfica 3–1 in the previous season's final. Defending champions Vitória de Setúbal reached the final but were unable to regain the Taça de Portugal as

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defeated the ''Sadinos'' 1–0 to claim their first Taça de Portugal.

First round

Ties were played between the 6–21 November, whilst replays were played at a later date. Unlike previous editions, two legged first round cup ties were abolished which meant that each cup tie would be contested over one leg. In case a match was tied, the tie would be replayed at a later date. Teams from the

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(I) and the

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(II) entered at this stage.

Second round

Ties were played between the 1–10 December and the 22 February, whilst replays were played at a later date. Due to the odd number of teams involved at this stage of the competition,

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qualified for the next round due to having no opponent to face at this stage of the competition.

Third round

Ties were played between the 9–20 March. Third round ties were contested over two legs. Due to the odd number of teams involved at this stage of the competition,

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and

qualified for the next round due to having no opponent to face at this stage of the competition. Lusitânia, Marítimo, and Mindelense were invited to participate in the competition.

Quarter-finals

Ties were played on the 10–19 April.

Semi-finals

Ties were played on the 8–17 May.

Final

References

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