Summary
Real Madrid and Benfica are playing the second leg of their Champions League playoff in Madrid, with Real Madrid leading 1-0 from the first game. The match is marked by allegations of racism against Benfica's player Gianluca Prestianni, which led to his suspension from the game. Benfica's coach, Jose Mourinho, is also suspended for this match due to his actions in the first leg.
Key Facts
- Real Madrid leads 1-0 against Benfica going into the second game.
- The match takes place at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid.
- Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni is suspended over allegations of racist abuse against Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr.
- Benfica's coach, Jose Mourinho, is also suspended and can't be on the sidelines during the game.
- Mourinho was sent off during the first leg for his behavior towards the referee.
- Thibaut Courtois, a Real Madrid player, expressed disappointment over Mourinho's remarks about Vinicius Jr.'s goal celebration.
- UEFA is urged to take strong action against racism following the incident.
