Bottom Clash Ends in Benfica’s Favour
Matchday 5 of the Champions League saw a rare showdown between the only two teams with four straight losses—Benfica and Ajax.
In what many fans on 12BET Malaysia called the “battle of the bottom,” Benfica defeated Ajax 2–0, securing their first group-stage win of the season.
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Benfica Strike Twice to End Losing Streak
Samuel Dal opened the scoring with a calm, composed finish after receiving a precise pass from a teammate.
In the final minutes, Orsnes delivered a perfect assist, allowing Barreiro to slot home Benfica’s second goal and seal the match.
The victory ended Benfica’s losing streak and restored some pride after a difficult European campaign.
Ajax Sink to Rock Bottom
With this defeat, Ajax remain winless in five matches, scoring only one goal while conceding 16—a disastrous goal difference of −15 and 0 points.
Benfica, boosted by their first victory, have climbed to 29th place in the overall standings, but clubs like Olympiacos, Copenhagen, and Kairat Almaty still have games in hand.
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Mourinho Gets First European Win with Benfica
Despite Benfica’s struggles, José Mourinho finally secured his first Champions League win since taking charge of the club.
This match also marked his seventh victory against Ajax—fewer only than Guardiola’s eight wins against Shakhtar and Ancelotti’s eight against Liverpool.
Mourinho Stirs Controversy Again
True to form, Mourinho delivered another provocative statement after the match:
“Even if the match lasted 150 minutes, Ajax still wouldn’t score.”
During the press conference, he expanded on his comments:
“Ajax are a historic club, but financially they’re not European giants—just like the big Portuguese clubs. Realistically, Champions League titles don’t go to clubs outside the top five leagues anymore.”
He concluded by reminding everyone:
“The last non-top-five-league team to win the Champions League was my Porto.”
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