Benfica stunned Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League, setting up a rematch and shaking up the knockout stage. Salah’s future at Liverpool also in the spotlight.
Benfica, managed by Jose Mourinho, defeated Real Madrid 4-2 with a last-minute goal from goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin, securing a playoff spot and knocking Madrid out of direct qualification for the last 16. The match was dramatic, with Trubin scoring in stoppage time, and Madrid now faces a long route in the knockout phase.
Liverpool overturned a first-leg deficit with goals from Szoboszlai, Ekitike, Gravenberch, and Salah, setting up a quarter-final against PSG. The match featured key injuries, missed chances, and Salah's 50th Champions League goal. Liverpool's win signals a resurgence ahead of their next challenge.
On March 24, 2026, Mohamed Salah announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the 2025-26 season, ending a nine-year tenure. Salah and Liverpool agreed to terminate his contract a year early, allowing him to become a free agent. Potential destinations include Saudi Arabia's Pro League and Major League Soccer, while New York City FC has not yet engaged in talks.