Benfica secured a solid 2-0 home win against OGC Nice in a UEFA Champions League qualifier on August 13, 2025, in a match that began at 03:00. This professional performance at the Estádio da Luz puts the Portuguese giants in a strong position to advance to the next round of qualifying. Benfica controlled the tempo and broke the deadlock in the first half with a well-worked goal, giving them a lead to protect. They doubled their advantage in the second period, showcasing their superior technical quality and game management against the French side. Nice struggled to create meaningful opportunities against a disciplined Benfica defense, with the home goalkeeper rarely tested. The 2-0 scoreline, without conceding an away goal, is an excellent result for Benfica as they prepare for the trip to the Allianz Riviera. The Benfica manager expressed satisfaction with both the result and the clean sheet, while the Nice coach acknowledged the difficulty of the task ahead but remained hopeful for a comeback in front of their home fans.