Benfica beat Real Madrid 4-2 in the UEFA Champions League
Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin delivered one of the most extraordinary moments in Champions League history, scoring a dramatic 98th minute winner to seal a famous 4-2 victory over Real Madrid at the Estádio da Luz on Wednesday, January 28, 2025.
With Benfica facing elimination on goal difference as stoppage time ticked away, Trubin surged forward for a last gasp corner and rose above Madrid’s defence to power home a sensational header, sending the home crowd into wild celebrations and rescuing the Portuguese giants’ European campaign.
The unlikely goal proved decisive, securing Benfica’s place in the Champions League playoffs and keeping their hopes alive in the competition.
Speaking after the match, Trubin described the moment as surreal, admitting he simply followed instinct when he went forward. “I just wanted to help the team,” he said. “It’s something I’ll never forget.”
The goal will go down as one of the most iconic and incredible strike by a goalkeeper in Champions League history.
Watch the goal below:
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