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José Mourinho has led benfica to a 4-2 victory over Real Madrid in a Champions League match, securing Benfica‘s qualification for the next round of the competition. The match saw a dramatic winning goal by Benfica goalkeeper, Anatoli Trubin.
Benfica Advances,Real Madrid Faces Repesca
Benfica’s victory,fueled by Trubin’s last-second goal,eliminated Real Madrid from direct qualification to the quarter-finals.Benfica will now proceed to the round of 16, while Real Madrid will enter the play-off round (repesca) to continue their Champions League campaign.[https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/](https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/)
Trubin’s historic Goal
Goalkeeper Anatoli Trubin’s goal has quickly become a highlight of the Champions League season. He described his surprise at being asked to join the attack in the final moments of the game, stating he “didn’t know he had to go up” for the corner, but promptly followed instructions, scoring the decisive goal. [https://www.espn.com/soccer/champions-league](https://www.espn.com/soccer/champions-league)
Mourinho’s Return to the bernabéu
The possibility of benfica facing Real Madrid again in the Repesca stage raises the prospect of José Mourinho’s return to the Santiago Bernabéu for the first time in thirteen years. Mourinho, who managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013, explained that he hasn’t been back to the stadium since leaving the club. A prior plan to attend a match in Madrid with agent Óscar Ribot was cancelled when Benfica unexpectedly needed him in Lisbon.
Mourinho also indicated that Benfica will have reinforcements available for the next phase, with Rafa Silva and Cabral returning to the squad, increasing tactical options. He concluded with a statement alluding to a competitive approach, saying, “as they say in spain, *vamos por ellos*” – “we’re coming for them”. [https://www.marca.com/en/football/champions-league](https://www.marca.com/en/football/champions-league)
Post-Match Apology
In the post-match press conference,Mourinho offered an apology to former Real Madrid player Álvaro arbeloa for his keen celebration of the winning goal. Mourinho had previously referred to Arbeloa as “one of his boys” during their time together.
Key Takeaways
- Benfica defeated Real Madrid 4-2, securing their place in the Champions League round of 16.
- Real madrid will enter the play-off round (Repesca) for a chance to continue in the Champions League.
- Benfica goalkeeper Anatoli Trubin scored the winning goal in the final second of the match.
- José Mourinho may
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