Juventus 2-0 Benfica: Match Highlights & Key Players
January 22, 2026 – Juventus defeated Benfica 2-0 in teh seventh week of the UEFA Champions League, solidifying their position in the competition.
Juventus Secures Victory Over Benfica in Champions League Match
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Juventus and Benfica faced off in the seventh week of the UEFA Champions League on January 21, 2026.The match, played in Italy, resulted in a 2-0 victory for Juventus.
Goals and Key Performances
Khephren Thuram scored the opening goal for Juventus in the 55th minute, followed by Weston McKennie in the 64th minute, securing the win for the Italian side. Khephren ThuramS goal marked his second in the Champions league this season. Weston McKennie has now scored three goals in his Champions League career.
kenan Yıldız’s Performance
Kenan Yıldız started in the lineup for Juventus and played for 82 minutes before being substituted for Filip kostic. Kenan Yıldız has been a consistent presence in Juventus’s Champions League campaign, featuring in all seven matches this season.
League Standings and Future Matches
With this result,Juventus now has 12 points and currently sits in 15th place in the league standings. Benfica, under the management of Jose mourinho, remains at 6 points, diminishing their chances of advancing to the top 24. Juventus will face Monaco in their next Champions League match, while Benfica will host Real Madrid.