International press assess dull Real Madrid v Benfica second leg | OneFootball

International outlets weighed in on the Real Madrid v Benfica Champions League second leg at the Santiago Bernabéu, with many suggesting it promised more than it delivered and ultimately felt dull.

Marca said the stadium fell quiet for much of the match, then added that, with or without instructions from Mourinho, Benfica produced a superb performance.

AS went further, evoking a panic-tinged hush and saying Benfica were clearly on top at the Bernabéu.

In Brazil, Estadão highlighted Vinícius Jr, judging him decisive for the second match running, while noting that Benfica found space and showed personality in Madrid.

Süddeutsche Zeitung referenced echoes of the previous week’s racism scandal around the occasion, and Argentina’s Olé described Vinícius as the dominant figure in the tie against Benfica.

Source: Glorioso 1904