Benfica Ends Champions League Drought with 2-0 Victory Over Struggling Ajax
Portuguese side secures crucial win while Ajax's European campaign hits new low with fifth consecutive defeat.
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Portuguese side secures crucial win while Ajax's European campaign hits new low with fifth consecutive defeat.
** Newcastle United secured a historic 3-0 victory over Benfica, recording back-to-back Champions League wins for the first time in 22 years. A goal from Anthony Gordon and a late Harvey Barnes double sealed the win at St James' Park. **
Chelsea suffered their first Champions League league phase loss as Benfica capitalized on an own goal from former Chelsea defender Richard Rios during Jose Mourinho's first Stamford Bridge visit in five years.
In a thrilling Champions League encounter, Chelsea secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Jose Mourinho's Benfica, marking the Portuguese manager's first return to Stamford Bridge in five years.
Former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho expressed his enduring affection for the club, despite managing Benfica in the UEFA Champions League. His relationship with Chelsea is a blend of nostalgia and respect, as he prepares to face his former team. ###
Jose Mourinho has signed a two-year contract with Benfica, marking his return to the Portuguese club after 25 years. The former Manchester United boss was sacked by Fenerbahce earlier this month and will now replace Bruno Lage as head coach.
Jose Mourinho is on the brink of reuniting with Benfica, with talks advancing for the Portuguese tactician to take the reins as manager.
Qarabag etched their name into Champions League history by pulling off a remarkable 2-3 comeback against Benfica, becoming the first Azerbaijani side to secure a main draw victory in the competition's storied history.
Major transfer updates swirl around Arsenal, Benfica, and Besiktas as several high-profile players face potential moves.
Benfica midfielder Florentino Luis drew sharp criticism for a needless second yellow card, leaving his side shorthanded in a tense 0-0 draw against Fenerbahce.
Chelsea secured a dramatic 4-1 victory against Benfica in extra time, advancing to the Club World Cup quarter-finals after a match filled with twists and a lengthy weather delay.
A storm caused a 30-minute halt in the Club World Cup match between Benfica and Chelsea, with Chelsea leading 1-0 after a goal by Reece James.