Sport|FootballVinicius hits winner as Real Madrid eliminate Benfica from Champions LeagueAurelien Tchouameni and Vinicius Jr ⁠score to ⁠help Madrid fight back in playoff second-leg to grab a 3-1 aggregate win over Benfica.

Sports Update: Champions League Results

Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Benfica in the Champions League, advancing with a 3-1 aggregate score to the last 16. Vinicius Junior scored the decisive goal, following an early lead by Benfica through Rafa Silva. Aurelien Tchouameni equalized for Madrid shortly after. The match was marked by the absence of Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni due to a suspension related to an ongoing investigation by UEFA.

Real Madrid displayed a strong stance against racism, evident through a prominent banner at the stadium. Despite initial pressure from Benfica, including a goal disallowed for Madrid after a VAR review, the home team secured their position in the next round with Vinicius' decisive goal.

Galatasaray eliminated Juventus with a 7-5 aggregate win after extra time in Turin. Key goals in extra time by Victor Osimhen and Baris Alper Yilmaz secured their advancement.

Atalanta overcame Borussia Dortmund with a 4-1 victory on the night and a 4-3 aggregate score. A controversial penalty in stoppage time allowed Atalanta to secure their place in the last 16, leaving Dortmund out of the competition.

PSG advanced to the next round with a 5-4 aggregate win over Monaco. Despite trailing initially, PSG capitalized on Monaco's reduced numbers and secured a draw on the night, advancing to face either Barcelona or Chelsea in the next round.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.