Key Takeaways:
- Bayer Leverkusen claimed a 1-0 win against Benfica in Lisbon in their latest Champions League fixture
- Patrik Schick scored the decisive goal in the 65th minute following a pass from Florian Wirtz
- Benfica suffered their third consecutive group stage defeat and remain without points
Match Analysis
Bayer Leverkusen maintained their impressive Champions League form by overcoming Benfica 1-0 at the Da Luz Stadium. Despite the hosts dictating much of the tempo and creating significant attacking pressure, Leverkusen’s defensive discipline and clinical finishing prevailed. The visitors capitalised on a rare opportunity midway through the second half to secure all three points.
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Turning Point
The decisive moment arrived in the 65th minute when Shick finished coolly to give Leverkusen the lead. This goal proved enough to silence the home supporters and decide the contest. In the closing stages, Benfica committed fully to attack, with Nicolás Otamendi and Dodi Lukebakio both missing clear chances to equalise. In stoppage time, Grimaldo had an opportunity to double the German side’s advantage but was unable to hit the target.
Implications for the Standings
The defeat represents Benfica’s third straight group stage loss, leaving them without a point and casting serious doubt over their hopes of advancing. Leverkusen, meanwhile, moved to 21st place in the overall group stage rankings with 5 points, bolstering their standing as one of the competition’s most well-organised and consistent teams.
