Benfica, Real Madrid and Champions League
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When Benfica was awarded a foul near the area deep into stoppage time, coach José Mourinho looked at goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin and told him to go into the penalty box for the set piece.
Anatoliy Trubin scored the 4-2 goal in stoppage time against Real Madrid, sneaking Benfica into the playoffs with the last kick of the league phase
Kylian Mbappe did not hold back when describing the final moments of the game between Real Madrid and Benfica in the Champions League.
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Goalscoring goalkeepers have created iconic moments from the 'great escape' to Benfica drama
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — It's usually an act of desperation. One last roll of the dice that can produce the most spectacular results. At other times it can be the result of a shambolic mix-up. One for the blooper reel.
BMO Field is a long ways away from Estadio da Luz in Lisbon, but SL Benfica made themselves right at home on Tuesday. The Portuguese club had their first practice at BMO Field on Tuesday in preparation for Wednesday night's friendly against Toronto FC.
Champions League results: Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City among teams into Round of 16; Benfica scores last-gasp goal for playoffs berth Real Madrid, Inter Milan, PSG, and Newcastle will take part in February's two-legged playoffs
The new head coach Liam Rosenior immediately brought positive results and the right spirit in the team, despite having had to replace Enzo Maresca who had done a brilliant job at the club. Chelsea ended up in 6th place in the standings and will play the knockouts in March while they are fully in the race for the Premier League's top four.