Article 736DA Champions League review: discontent for Real Madrid in a chaotic conclusion to group play

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

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John Brewin
from US news | The Guardian on (#736DA)

Alvaro Arbeloa's team have concerns as they look ahead to the knockout stages, while Jamie Carragher has concerns about the draw

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 Jose 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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