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UEFA have dismissed Benfica's appeal against a ban handed out to Gianluca Prestianni ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.

Vinicius Jr danced and Real Madrid overcame an early deficit to see off Benfica in the Champions League playoff round, 2-1. Los Blancos fell behind early, before goals from Aurelien Tchouameni and Vinicius gave them a comfortable lead,

Real Madrid's win against Benfica was a "victory for everyone who stands against racism", midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni says.

Vinícius Junior is back to his best. That's the only good news for Real Madrid, who were sloppy and disorganized vs. Benfica despite making the round of 16.

Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid are set for what's likely to be an emotionally charged return match with Benfica in the Champions League playoffs on Wednesday, while Italian soccer is heading for humiliation.