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UNCOVERED: 6 | History Defined

Real Madrid earn slim lead over Benfica amid fury over racism incident

Elsewhere, Galatasaray stormed to victory over Juventus and there were wins for Borussia Dortmund and PSG

The Independent UK

'A disgrace for football': Trent Alexander-Arnold hits out at alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior

Real Madrid star was incensed after opening scoring in Lisbon

Evening Standard

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Benfica: Controversy Overshadows Vinicius Jr Golazo

The 15-time European champions enacted their revenge on Benfica.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold: Wayne Rooney explains how England star can become 'world's best full-back'

Real Madrid man has struggled with injury in his debut campaign

Evening Standard

Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior the matchwinner in fiery Champions League encounter

10-minute delay occurred for an investigation into racist abuse on Real Madrid star

Evening Standard

‘A disgrace to football’: Vinicius Jr reports racist abuse as Real Madrid match halted

Vinicius had an altercation with a Benfica player after scoring the only goal of the game, with the forward responding to the incident afterwards by saying ‘racists are cowards’

The Independent UK

Benfica vs Real Madrid Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 1st leg from anywhere in the world, team news

All the ways to watch Benfica vs Real Madrid live streams for free, with Jose Mourinho out to haunt his old side in this UCL knockout phase playoff 1st leg.

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Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid, Monaco 2-3 PSG, and more: Champions League – as it happened

Clockwatch: Exciting victories for Galatasaray and PSG were overshadowed by the alleged racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior. Scott Murray was watching

The Guardian - UK

Why Rodrygo, Jude Bellingham Aren’t Playing for Real Madrid vs. Benfica

Two of Los Blancos’ big name stars did not make the trip to Lisbon.

Sports Illustrated

Jude Bellingham Suffers ‘Injury Setback’ At the Worst Time for Real Madrid

The midfielder could now miss up to 11 games for Los Blancos.

Sports Illustrated

Benfica vs Real Madrid LIVE: Champions League result, latest updates, and fan reaction

Los Blancos out for revenge after league phase defeat

Evening Standard

How to Watch Benfica vs. Real Madrid on TV, Live Stream

Tensions are high after Benfica’s dramatic victory earlier this year.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho’s Stance on Managerial Reunion After Contract Revelation

Mourinho has been given the perfect stage to stake his claim for a Bernabéu return with this month’s Champions League knockout ties.

Sports Illustrated

Supercomputer Predicts Champions League Playoff First Legs: Real Madrid Out for Revenge

PSG, Inter and Newcastle United are among the big names looking to keep their European dreams alive.

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The Independent UK

Is Benfica vs Real Madrid on TV? Channel, kick-off and how to watch Champions League play-off

Everything you need to know ahead of the clash

Evening Standard

When is Champions League draw? Start time, TV channel, live stream for last 16 today

Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Liverpool to all discover next opponents

The Independent UK

Jose Mourinho aced the audition – now the dress rehearsal for his Real Madrid return

There is a growing feeling that Real Madrid will re-appoint Mourinho as coach at the end of the season and this Champions League tie against his Benfica is the perfect proving ground

The Guardian - UK

Real Madrid need reinvention as special circumstances are needed to rule Europe

Carlo Ancelotti and Zinedine Zidane’s impact is clear but where the Spanish giants go post-Xabi Alonso only Florentino Pérez knows

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Evening Standard

How to watch Benfica vs Real Madrid: TV channel and live stream for Champions League today

Jose Mourinho faces former club in enticing play-off

Sports Illustrated

UEFA Champions League Predictions: Matchday 2/17

The battle for a place in the last 16 kicks off with four mouthwatering ties.

Sports Illustrated

Borussia Dortmund vs. Atalanta: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Both teams enter their playoff tie in excellent domestic form.

Sports Illustrated

Monaco vs. PSG: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Ligue 1 rivals do battle with a place in the Champions League round of 16 at stake.

Sports Illustrated

Benfica vs. Real Madrid: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Los Blancos are out for revenge against former manager José Mourinho and his men.

Sports Illustrated

Galatasaray vs. Juventus: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Bianconeri are winless on three visits to RAMS Park.

Sports Illustrated

Three Things Real Madrid Must Do Differently to Defeat Benfica

Los Blancos’ fate in the Champions League depends on their ability to avenge their last loss.

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