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Benfica lost 3-2 to Qarabag in the Champions League and the foreign press was shocked by the Eagles' performance

Benfica lost 3-2 to Qarabag in the Champions League, after leading 2-0. The humiliating defeat of the Eagles was highlighted in the foreign press, with several renowned media outlets shocked by the terrible performance.

"Bruno Lage's team seemed like they were going to stroll at home in front of their fans, but the party ended up not having a happy ending", writes Mundo Deportivo, in an article titled "Benfica's Light goes out against a historic Qarabag".

AS

"Seven years separate Qarabag from their last participation in the Champions League. At that time, the club was eliminated in the group stage, lost four games, and drew two, both with Atlético Madrid. In their return to the competition, they improved their great feat against the Eagles, achieving their first victory after being 2-0 down", highlights AS.

Marca

Still in the neighboring country, Marca recalls that "the first meeting between the Portuguese and Azeri teams was won by the latter against all odds". The Spanish newspaper states that "few believed in the result, but it was a reality".

L'Équipe

In France, L'Équipe was astonished by the Eagles' performance: "What to say about Benfica's performance? Accustomed to the Champions League battles, the Lisbon club was surprised by Qarabag, the surprise guest of this league phase".

The Athletic and BBC

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