RB Leipzig players celebrate after scoring a goal against Benfica in the Champions League.
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Forsberg double sends Leipzig into UCL round of 16

Emil Forsberg struck twice late in the game to earn RB Leipzig a 2-2 draw against Benfica that saw them advance to the Champions League last 16.
May 17, 2023, 05:18 am - Reuters

Match Timeline

RB Leipzig
Benfica
  • KO
  • 20
  • HT
  • 52
  • 56
  • 59
  • 64
  • 70
  • 82
  • 89
  • 90
  • 90+3
  • 90+5
  • 90+8
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, RB Leipzig 2, Benfica 2.
90'+11'
Second Half ends, RB Leipzig 2, Benfica 2.
90'+11'
Attempt missed. Caio (Benfica) right footed shot from the right side of the box is high and wide to the right. Assisted by André Almeida.
Match Stats
RBLSLB
Possession
66.4%
33.666.4
33.6%
Shots on Goal
10
4
Shot Attempts
25
11
Yellow Cards
0
2
Corner Kicks
7
5
Saves
2
8