Trubin’s Heroics Keep Benfica’s European Aspirations Alive

Benfica’s goalkeeper, Anatoly Trubin, produced a breathtaking moment in the tournament on Wednesday night by scoring a last-minute header that sustained his team’s hopes of progressing in Europe.

Mourinho’s Benfica Set for Madrid Challenge

Under the guidance of Jose Mourinho, Benfica will have another opportunity to face Madrid after a draw paired them together in what stands out as a key matchup in the playoff round.

Upcoming Matchups

Newcastle will travel to face Qarabag, a team that recently suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat against Liverpool. Meanwhile, reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain are set to go up against fellow Ligue 1 team Monaco in a fully French encounter.

Complete Draw Overview

Silver Pathway

• Monaco vs. Paris St-Germain
• Galatasaray vs. Juventus
• Benfica vs. Real Madrid
• Borussia Dortmund vs. Atalanta

Blue Pathway

• Qarabag vs. Newcastle United
• Club Brugge vs. Atletico Madrid
• Bodo/Glimt vs. Inter Milan
• Olympiakos vs. Bayer Leverkusen

The remaining teams, including Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham, Chelsea, and Manchester City, will learn their opponents during the later stages draw scheduled for February 27. The playoff matches will take place on February 17-18 and February 24-25.