The Portuguese almost secured their way to the next round
The first match Benfica against Midtjylland in the third qualifying round of the Champions League ended with a crushing victory for the Portuguese club – 4:1.
Even in the first half, the hosts scored three goals. Two of them are on the account of Goncalo Ramos, who both times was assisted by former Shakhtar player David Neres. Another accurate shot on the account of Enzo Fernandez.
After the break, the teams exchanged goals. First, Ramos scored a hat-trick, and the Danes held the ball of prestige through the efforts of Pion Sisto, who converted a penalty.
Ukrainian striker of Benfica Roman Yaremchuk entered the field in the 77th minute, replacing the author of the hat-trick Ramush. The striker of the Ukrainian national team was not marked by effective actions.
The return match between the clubs will take place on 9 August. The winner of the confrontation Benfica – Midtjylland can play with Dynamo Kyiv in the final round of the playoffs of the Champions League qualification. To do this, the people of Kiev need to go through the Austrian Storm.
- Champions League. Third qualifying round. The first match
Benfica – Midtjylland – 4:1 (3:0)
Goals: Ramos, 17, 33, 61, Fernandez, 40 – Sisto, 78, pen.
Source: Sportarena
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