Prestianni missing? Real Madrid star on Benfica player: Best decision | OneFootball

Aurélien Tchouaméni, one of the standout players in Real Madrid's victory over Benfica, by 2-1, did not remain indifferent to the latest episode involving Gianluca Prestianni. In the aftermath of the match, the French midfielder applauded UEFA's decision to leave the Argentine out of the clash with Los Blancos.

"Prestianni not playing was the best decision, a victory for all of us", said Real Madrid’s number 14 in the mixed zone at Santiago Bernabéu, when asked about UEFA’s decision to leave the Argentine footballer out of the second leg of the Champions League.

The French international considered it the right decision by the organization led by Aleksander Ceferin, stating that Prestianni was not in a condition to play, given the controversy he was involved in, due to alleged racist insults directed at Vinicius Jr., Tchouaméni’s teammate.

It is no secret that Gianluca Prestianni was present in Madrid, having traveled with the Benfica delegation while the club awaited a decision on the appeal submitted to UEFA. The Argentine now awaits the outcome of the process imposed by the entity that governs European football.

It is worth recalling that Benfica ended their European campaign last Wednesday, February 25, being eliminated in the Champions League playoff. Now, the Eagles turn all their attention to Liga Portugal Betclic, as the only possible means to secure a place in the Champions League in 2026/27. Their next match will be against Gil Vicente, in the 24th round of the league.

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