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Joao Felix signed for Atletico Madrid for €126-million from Benfica in the summer transfer window. He was also shortlisted as a Ballon d’Or nominee. (Getty Images)
BENFICA

Benfica, Portugal’s talent factory, proud of its ‘gems’

The club surpassed bitter rivals Sporting Lisbon, cradle of Ronaldo, as the chief talent factory of Portugal

  • Thomas Allnutt
4 min read
Madrid
BENFICA

Madrid, Chelsea hold advantage going into second leg

Real Madrid and Chelsea have recorded first leg away wins in their Champions League quarterfinal matches, giving themselves clear advantages.

  • Steve Douglas
4 min read
BENFICA

United, City on track as Real Madrid progress

Manchester United and Manchester City both closed on the Champions League knockout phase as Real Madrid reserved their spot int he last 16.

  • Tom Williams
4 min read
Wenger targets perfect Christmas season
ARSENAL

Arsenal, Benfica slip into Champions League

Under-pressure Arsenal made the Champions League after a battling win over Udinese, while former champions Benfica also reached the group phase.

  • Staff Reporter
3 min read