Real Madrid vs Benfica Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Play-offs second leg

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2025-26
SCHEDULE	TIME
Match:	Real Madrid vs Benfica
Tournament:	Champions League 2025-26
Match Date:	Feb 26 2025
Match Time:	1:30 a.m. Indian Time (UTC +5:30)
Stadium:	-

Preview: Real Madrid vs Benfica

Real Madrid are set to welcome SL Benfica to the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu for the second leg of their 2025–26 UEFA Champions League playoff tie, with a place in the next round on the line.

Despite carrying a slender one-goal advantage into this decisive encounter, the Spanish and European heavyweights cannot afford complacency. Los Blancos have struggled for consistency this season and know that the job is far from finished. They also suffered a home defeat to José Mourinho’s side during the league phase, a result that will serve as a warning heading into this clash.

Benfica, meanwhile, must remain disciplined and clinical if they are to turn the tie around. The Portuguese giants have impressed with their performances and will aim to stay composed under pressure at the Bernabéu. The Eagles are capable of troubling the hosts and will look to deliver a strong display on the road to keep their Champions League hopes alive.

Real Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Courtois (GK); Trent, Rüdiger, Huijsen, Carreras; Valverde, Guler, Tchouaméni, Camavinga; Mbappé, Vini Jr.

Benfica predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Trubin (GK); Dedic, Araujo, Otamendi, Dahl; Barreiro, Aursnes; Prestianni, Silva, Schjelderup; Pavlidis

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