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Mourinho’s Benfica drag Real Madrid with them to Champions League playoffs

Mourinho’s Benfica drag Real Madrid with them to Champions League playoffs

Summary

Benfica defeated Real Madrid 4-2 in an exciting Champions League match. Goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a last-minute goal, helping Benfica reach the playoffs and preventing Real Madrid from earning an automatic spot in the next round. The match included dramatic moments and key performances from both teams.

Key Facts

  • Benfica won against Real Madrid with a final score of 4-2.
  • Anatoliy Trubin, Benfica's goalkeeper, scored a goal in the 98th minute.
  • The victory allowed Benfica to advance to the Champions League playoffs.
  • Real Madrid finished the match with nine players after two were sent off.
  • Jose Mourinho, Benfica's coach, previously managed Real Madrid.
  • Kylian Mbappe scored two goals for Real Madrid.
  • Benfica's other goals were scored by Andreas Schjelderup and Vangelis Pavlidis.
  • The victory affected the standings, with Benfica advancing and Real missing direct qualification.

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