Benfica vs Real Madrid: Champions League Live Updates, Score, Stream, and Fan Reaction
Real Madrid is gearing up for a crucial Champions League match against Benfica, seeking revenge for their recent loss at the Estadio da Luz. The Spanish giants, led by manager Alvaro Arbeloa, are determined to secure a spot in the knockout stages after finishing ninth in the league stage. They'll face their former boss, Jose Mourinho, who expressed his desire to knock out his former club. However, Real Madrid is missing key players, including England international Jude Bellingham, who is nursing a hamstring injury, and Eder Militao, who is out long-term. Rodrygo and Raul Asencio are also suspended, but Kylian Mbappe is part of the squad and expected to lead the attack.
The match is shaping up to be an intense affair, with both teams aiming to progress to the round of 16. Benfica, known for their positive start to the game, will look to utilize their home advantage. Real Madrid, on the other hand, will aim to capitalize on their experience and star-studded lineup.
Stay tuned for live updates, score, stream, and fan reaction as we bring you all the action from this highly anticipated match.
Live Updates:
- 41 seconds ago: Benfica 0-0 Real Madrid
- 27 minutes: Araujo's loose pass is intercepted by Real Madrid, but Vinicius is offside.
- 24 minutes: Aursnes makes a brilliant save, deflecting the ball and keeping it out with a well-timed dive.
- 20 minutes: Alexander-Arnold creates a chance for Valverde, who's cut-back is almost deflected into Vinicius' path, but he misses the target.
- 17 minutes: Araujo heads Aursnes' cross, but Courtois makes a crucial save.
- 16 minutes: Benfica wins a corner, with Prestianni's burst clear of Camavinga leading to the set piece.
- 13 minutes: Dedic's good defending forces Vinicius down the line, resulting in a foul.
- 10 minutes: Mbappe creates space inside the box, but Trubin makes a crucial save, spilling the ball before collecting it.
- 6 minutes: Valverde misplaces a pass, leading to a big jeer from the crowd.
- 5 minutes: Aursnes' run down the right results in a crossing opportunity, which is cleared by Rudiger.
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