Benfica pulled off a historic 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Club World Cup on Tuesday, topping Group C and advancing to the round of 16. Andreas Schjelderup’s early goal secured the Portuguese side’s first-ever win over the Bundesliga giants in 14 official meetings.
The win followed a 2-2 draw with Boca Juniors and a 6-0 rout of Auckland City. Benfica will now face either Chelsea or Esperance de Tunis in the knockout stage.
Manager Bruno Lage praised his team’s strong first half and resilience, urging fans to trust the process. He also called for humility and focus ahead of their next match, emphasizing the need for rest and continued ambition.
