Champions League: Benfica keeper’s last-gasp header sends side into playoffs

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Source: theguardian.com
Champions League: Benfica keeper’s last-gasp header sends side into playoffs
  • Anatoliy Trubin scores dramatic goal against Real Madrid

  • Barça and Sporting in last 16, Bodø/Glimt make playoffs

Goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a 98th-minute header as Benfica defeated Real Madrid 4-2 to secure a Champions League knockout place on Wednesday and deny their opponents an automatic spot in the last 16.

Benfica were heading out despite leading 3-2 with seconds of stoppage time remaining before Trubin met a free-kick to score the goal they needed to get into the playoff round on goal difference.

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