Reacting to the Alleged Racist Incident in Benfica vs. Real Madrid
CBS Sports GolazoFeb 17, 2026 • 26:23 • 156.6K views
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In the first leg of the UEFA Champions League knockout playoffs between Benfica vs. Real Madrid, Vinicius Jr. was the subject of alleged racial abuse, sparking a 10 minute delay in the match. The Champions Club crew breaks down the drama, talks Vini Jr.’s control of the situation, and talks about the tie as a whole and where this sets up Real Madrid vs. Benfica for the second leg of this drama-filled encounter.
00:00 - Jose Mourinho's take on the match
02:07 - Stop/start match, Benfica will be happy with only a 1-0 loss
02:58 - Will Arbeloa and Real Madrid feel content with this win?
03:57 - Alvaro Arbeloa steadying the ship
08:04 - Alleged racist incident reaction
13:02 - Troy Deeney talks making mistakes in life
14:06 - Wanting to see change from UEFA and FIFA
16:17 - Trent Alexander Arnold interview with Guillem Balague
18:46 - Friedrik Aursnes, Benfica Midfielder, Interview
19:45 - Initial reactions to racist incident live
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