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Benfica Shocks Real Madrid with Last-Minute Victory

1/30/2026

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Summary

Benfica Triumphs Exuberantly

Benfica beat Real Madrid 4-2 at Estadio da Luz.
Anatoliy Trubin, Benfica's goalkeeper, scored a last-minute header in the 98th minute to seal a spot in the Champions League playoffs.
The result pushed Real Madrid into the playoff round.
José Mourinho, Benfica's coach, celebrated exuberantly and later apologized to Álvaro Arbeloa for his enthusiasm.

Summary

Real Madrid's Decline

Real Madrid Club de Fútbol suffered a 4-2 defeat to Benfica, dropping from third to ninth in the Champions League and facing a playoff round.
Kylian Mbappé criticized the team's lack of desire, saying Benfica showed more urgency.
Thibaut Courtois expressed frustration with teammates for not acknowledging fans after match.
Álvaro Arbeloa's future as head coach is uncertain amid speculation.
Real Madrid must prepare for two more matches in February.

History

Historical Context

Benfica's 1962 victory over Real Madrid in the European Cup final, where they triumphed 5-3, marked a pivotal moment in football, establishing them as the first team to win consecutive titles. This legacy resonates today as Benfica defeated Real Madrid 4-2, intensifying the pressure on Madrid, who now face uncertainty in their Champions League campaign and coaching decisions.

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Benfica Triumphs Exuberantly

Benfica beat Real Madrid 4-2 at Estadio da Luz.
Anatoliy Trubin, Benfica's goalkeeper, scored a last-minute header in the 98th minute to seal a spot in the Champions League playoffs.
The result pushed Real Madrid into the playoff round.
José Mourinho, Benfica's coach, celebrated exuberantly and later apologized to Álvaro Arbeloa for his enthusiasm.

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