
Benfica hold off Monaco in thriller to reach Champions League last 16
In a dramatic showdown on Tuesday, Benfica secured their place in the Champions League last 16 with a thrilling 3-3 draw against Monaco. The Portuguese side's aggregate 4-3 victory in the play-off round was a testament to their resilience and determination.
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- Published Date: 01:19 | 19 February 2025
- Modified Date: 01:19 | 19 February 2025
Benfica snatched a nailbiting 3-3 draw against Monaco on Tuesday to reach the Champions League last 16 with a 4-3 aggregate victory in the play-off round.
Monaco twice led on the night and came close to forcing extra-time but Orkun Kökçü's 84th minute equaliser helped Benfica scrape through in Lisbon, with Barcelona or Liverpool awaiting in the next round.