VAR Drama in Portugal: Real Madrid Survives Benfica Clash After Penalty Reversal
Benfica and Real Madrid faced off in a dramatic Champions League group game in Portugal. A 16th-minute Benfica penalty was overturned after VAR review. Italian referee Davide Massa ruled no foul on Jude Bellingham. The decision kept the game level and highlighted VAR's influence on big nights. The incident adds fuel to the group-stage narrative with a touch of humor from the stands.