Benfica secured a place in the Champions League knockout phase play-offs after defeating Real Madrid 4-2 on Wednesday. Goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a 98th-minute header for the Portuguese side at the Stadium of Light in Lisbon, ensuring their progression.
The dramatic late goal meant Jose Mourinho's Benfica advanced on goal difference, securing a spot in the play-offs. Conversely, Real Madrid dropped to ninth in the league phase standings, meaning they must also compete in the two-legged knockout play-off round.
Andreas Schjelderup netted two goals for Benfica, with Vangelis Pavlidis converting a penalty. Kylian Mbappé scored both goals for Real Madrid. The Spanish club finished the match with nine men after Raul Asencio and Rodrygo received late dismissals, adding to the dramatic conclusion.
