Benfica Shines in Champions League Match Against Étoile Rouge
Benfica's Victory Over Étoile Rouge
Benfica proved their prowess in the Champions League on Thursday night, defeating Étoile Rouge de Belgrade 2-1 during their opening match of the group stage. Starting strong, Kerem Aktuğrkoglu scored early in the 9th minute, setting the tone for the match. Although Milson found the back of the net for Étoile Rouge in the 86th minute, it was not enough to change the outcome.
Bayer Leverkusen's Dominance Over Feyenoord
In another noteworthy match, Bayer Leverkusen faced Feyenoord, showcasing their dominance with a 4-0 victory. Goals from Florian Wirtz (5th and 36th minutes), Alejandro Grimaldo (30th minute), and a own goal from Timon Wellenreuther (44th minute) guaranteed the German side's triumph. Feyenoord struggled to recover from the early onslaught despite a valiant effort.
Match Highlights
- Benfica opens the scoring through Aktuğrkoglu.
- Milson's late goal provided hope for Étoile Rouge.
- Bayer Leverkusen dominated with four goals to secure a significant win.
- Wirtz's two goals showcased his talent on the European stage.
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