In this match, held on Benfica's home ground, the team was unable to secure a victory, losing to Real Madrid with a minimal score of 0:1.
The first half passed without significant moments. The Madrid team, as usual, controlled the ball, while the Portuguese relied on quick counterattacks. One of the most dangerous moments arose when Fredrik Aursnes took a powerful shot, but Thibaut Courtois brilliantly dealt with his attempt. Kylian Mbappé was the most active for Real, but his shots lacked accuracy in the first half of the match.
In the second half, the "royal club" increased their pace. In the 50th minute, Mbappé made a magnificent pass to Vinícius Júnior, who struck the far corner of the goal spectacularly, becoming the author of the only goal of the match.
The second half of the game was memorable not only for the football but also for clashes between players. The match was interrupted several times due to conflicts at the corner flag. Benfica players persistently demanded a penalty, but the referee remained adamant. Moreover, Gianluca Prestiani received a yellow card for simulation.
Emotions flared on the bench. In the 84th minute, Benfica's head coach José Mourinho was sent off for overly active disputes with the referee. At the end of the match, Real Madrid skillfully controlled the game, maintaining their advantage and taking away a crucial away victory from Lisbon.
