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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Sport
John Brewin

Champions League review: discontent for Real Madrid in a chaotic conclusion to group play

There was plenty of action in the last round of the group stage on Wednesday.
There was plenty of action in the last round of the group stage on Wednesday. Composite: AP; Reuters; Chelsea FC/Getty Images

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It was billed by broadcasters as “Matchday Mayhem”. Finally, after 17 of the 18 final day matches had finished, came a chaotic denouement. Not even José Mourinho’s long Champions League heritage had included a moment like this, though his wild celebration was familiar. Benfica were beating Real Madrid 3-2, and Mourinho’s former club were already dropping out of the top eight. “I was told [the scoreline] is enough, so let’s close the door,” said Mourinho.

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