Benfica defeated Fenerbahce 1-0 in the second leg to win their UEFA Champions League playoff tie 1-0 on aggregate on August 28, 2025. A solitary goal at a packed Estádio da Luz was enough to send the Portuguese giants through to the group stage, breaking the deadlock after a goalless first leg in Istanbul. The match was a tense, tactical battle with few clear chances, but Benfica's quality and experience on the European stage ultimately told. The victory ensures Benfica's continued presence in Europe's premier club competition, while Fenerbahce's journey ends in heartbreak. The home fans celebrated a hard-fought qualification, a crucial result for the club's sporting and financial ambitions.