Juventus secured a vital 2-0 first-leg advantage over Benfica in their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie at the Allianz Stadium on January 22, 2026. The result, built on a strong defensive foundation and clinical finishing, puts the Italian giants in a commanding position ahead of the return leg in Lisbon. In a cagey opening, Juventus broke the deadlock against the run of play late in the first half, scoring from their first meaningful attack via a close-range finish. Benfica controlled possession for spells but struggled to break down a resolute Juventus defense marshaled by their experienced captain. The home side sealed the win in the final ten minutes, capitalizing on a Benfica mistake to score a second on the counter-attack. The match's key moment was a