Controversial win in Lisbon: Vinícius stunner, Prestianni complaint

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·17. Februar 2026

Controversial win in Lisbon: Vinícius stunner, Prestianni complaint

Real Madrid took the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoffs by defeating Benfica 1-0 at the Estádio da Luz. The only goal was a true stunner from Vinícius Júnior after an assist from Kylian Mbappé, in a heated match full of controversy.

After the goal, the Brazilian accused the Argentine Gianluca Prestianni of a racist insult, and the match was paused for a few minutes while referee François Letexier spoke with the players involved.

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Benfica, captained by Nicolás Otamendi, looked for the equalizer but couldn’t break through the Madrid defense. The tie will be decided next Wednesday at the Santiago Bernabéu.

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