The 1964–65

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was the 25th edition of the Portuguese

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knockout tournament, organized by the

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(FPF). The 1964–65 Taça de Portugal began in September 1964. The final was played on 4 July 1965 at the

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. Benfica were the previous holders, having defeated

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6–2 in the previous season's final. Defending champions Benfica reached the final but were unable to regain the Taça de Portugal as Vitória de Setúbal defeated the ''Encarnados'' 3–1 to claim their first Taça de Portugal.

First round

Teams from the

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(I) and the

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(II) entered at this stage. Each side would contest a second round place by playing two matches: one home and one away match. In case the aggregate score after the two games was level, the cup tie would be replayed.

Second round

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

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. Micaelense, Sports Angola,

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and União de Bissau were invited to participate in the competition.

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

Final

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:1964-65 Taca de Portugal Taça de Portugal seasons 1964–65 European domestic association football cups Taca