For the first time, the Portuguese club failed to score points in the tournament.
As part of the third round of the Champions League, Benfica hosted Feyenoord.
The Dutch club took a comfortable lead in the first half, scoring two goals. The goalscorers were Ueda and Milambo.
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After the break, the Eagles managed to win again with a goal, scored by Akturkoglu.
Until the end of the match, Benfica created several chances, but could not equalize the score.
The final point was set up by Milambo, who scored a double.
Ukrainian goalkeeper Anatoly Trubin spent the entire match on the field.
Statistics of the match Benfica – Feyenoord third round of the Champions League
Benfica – Feyenoord 1:3
Objectives: Akturkoglu, 66 – Ueda, 12, Milambo, 33, 90+2
Expected goals (xG): 1.70-1.01
Ball possession: 63%-47%
Beats: 15-14
Shots on target: 8-6
Fouls: 13-10
Source: korrespondent
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