Benfica vs Bayer Leverkusen Clash: Champions League Stats and Head-to-Head Analysis
Bayer Leverkusen secured their first Champions League victory of the season with a 1-0 win over Benfica. This match, held in Lisbon, highlighted Benfica’s struggles as they missed numerous scoring opportunities.
Match Summary: Benfica vs Bayer Leverkusen
Patrik Schick emerged as the match-winner for Leverkusen, scoring the decisive goal in the 65th minute. His initial shot was saved by Benfica’s goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin, but the defense failed to clear the ball, allowing Schick to capitalize and head it into the net.
Key Moments
- First Half Chances: Benfica’s Dodi Lukebakio and Nicolas Otamendi both hit the woodwork, showcasing their attacking threats.
- Goalkeeping Heroics: Mark Flekken, Leverkusen’s goalkeeper, made several crucial saves against Benfica.
- Missed Opportunities: Vangelis Pavlidis, who had a strong record at home, missed a significant chance shortly after halftime.
Benfica ended the match with 21 shots, compared to Leverkusen’s seven. Despite dominating in terms of possession and attempts, Benfica’s inefficiency was evident.
Current Standing in the Champions League
This defeat means Benfica has lost all four of their Champions League matches this season. They currently sit at 35th in the league phase standings out of 36 teams. However, Leverkusen’s victory has allowed them to rise to the 21st position.
The match highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams in this year’s Champions League, with Leverkusen finding their footing while Benfica continues to struggle.
