Drama in Monaco: Benfica turns game and defeats AS Monaco 3-2!

In the first game of the UEFA Champions League Playoffs, the AS Monaco under coach Adi Hütter experienced a bitter defeat against Benfica Lisbon. In the end of Louis II, the Monegassen lost just 0: 1 after they fell behind in the second half with a goal by Vangelis Pavlidis (48th minute). Monaco's weak phase at the beginning of the second half turned out to be crucial. They were game -determining in the first half, but could not score a hit, which shapes the game due to several hard fouls and an unfortunate referee decision, as [laola1.at] reported.

The situation escalated for Monaco when Al-Musrati not only received a yellow card, but had to leave the field due to its second warning (52nd minute). As a result, the Hütter team tried to manage the deficit outnumbered, but this did not succeed. Both teams had several chances before, but the Var also decided against two possible goals from the guests. Benfica took advantage of the majority to increase the pressure and finally turn Zeki Amdouni 3-2 in added time. These phrases prompted the Monegassen to withdraw on the defensive, but could not avert the impending defeat, as was recorded in further summaries at [sportschau.de].

crucial turns

The game offered everything that makes the heart of a football fan beat faster: numerous twists, an early goal, technical refinements by Ángel di María, who prepared two header gates, and a dramatic final phase. AMDOUNI, a joker who was substituted late, made the decisive contribution to the defeat of the Monegassen, who now have to hope for the second leg in Lisbon on Tuesday to realize the Champions League dream of the round of 16. This bitter experience could be crucial for the further course in this prestigious league.