Mourinho's Benfica Stuns Real Madrid: A Champions League Upset

Real Madrid was dramatically ousted to the knockout playoffs by Benfica, managed by former coach José Mourinho. Despite two goals by Kylian Mbappé, Madrid fell behind in the standings. Benfica's goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a critical goal, clinching their advancement. PSG also dropped in rankings following a draw with Newcastle.

In a riveting turn of events, Real Madrid finds itself in the knockout playoffs of the Champions League after a stunning defeat by Benfica, orchestrated by former Madrid manager José Mourinho. Madrid, initially third in the standings, suffered a 4-2 loss, largely due to two scored goals from Kylian Mbappé.

Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin's dramatic stoppage-time header secured his team's advancement and marked a momentous victory. Real Madrid, now ninth, failed to reach the round of 16 due to being outperformed by Sporting Lisbon's last-minute triumph at Athletic Bilbao.

Simultaneously, PSG and Newcastle's 1-1 draw in Paris shifted them down the standings, echoing Madrid's misfortune. Mourinho's potential rematch with Madrid looms, with the playoff draw suggesting Benfica or Inter Milan as Madrid's next possible opponents.

(With inputs from agencies.)