Madrid edge Benfica amid Vinícius racism allegations

Real Madrid's 1-0 Champions League playoff round win over Benfica in Lisbon was overshadowed by alleged racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior.
Feb 17, 2026, 10:39 pm - ESPN News Services

Match Timeline

Benfica
Real Madrid
  • KO
  • HT
  • 50
  • 51
  • 74
  • 78
  • 80
  • 81
  • 86
  • 87
  • 90+2
  • 90+4
  • 90+9
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Benfica 0, Real Madrid 1.
90'+14'
Second Half ends, Benfica 0, Real Madrid 1.
90'+12'
Corner, Real Madrid. Conceded by Tomás Araújo.
Match Stats
SLBRMA
Possession
41.7%
58.341.7
58.3%
Shots on Goal
3
7
Shot Attempts
10
16
Yellow Cards
2
2
Corner Kicks
3
6
Saves
6
3