Mourinho Magic: Benfica Stuns Real Madrid, Qualifies for UCL Last 16 with Goalkeeper's Goal
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Firstpost•29-01-2026, 09:09
Mourinho Magic: Benfica Stuns Real Madrid, Qualifies for UCL Last 16 with Goalkeeper's Goal
- •Benfica, managed by Jose Mourinho, defeated Real Madrid 4-2 in a dramatic UEFA Champions League match in Lisbon.
- •Goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a historic goal in the 98th minute from a free-kick, securing Benfica's spot in the last-16 on goal difference.
- •Real Madrid, despite Kylian Mbappe's two goals, failed to secure automatic qualification and will now play in two-legged playoffs.
- •Pep Guardiola thanked Mourinho, as Benfica's late goal allowed Manchester City to directly qualify for the Champions League last 16.
- •Mourinho, at 63, has revitalized Benfica, making them unbeaten in the Portuguese Liga and raising the club's stature with this win.
Why It Matters: Jose Mourinho's Benfica dramatically qualified for the UCL last 16 after their goalkeeper scored a late winner.
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