Real Madrid remain perfect thanks to Dumfries’ assist and another Valverde stunner in stoppage time
Real Madrid secured a 3-2 victory against AEK Athens in the Champions League following a stoppage-time goal by Federico Valverde. Despite falling behind early, Madrid maintained their perfect record in the tournament.
Why it matters
The result keeps Real Madrid at the top of their group, maintaining their momentum in one of the world's most prestigious football competitions.
Real Madrid remain perfect in Champions League thanks to Denzel Dumfries assist and a new Federico Valverde stunner in stoppage time AEK Athens vs Real Madrid AEK Athens Real Madrid Champions League Real Madrid made it four wins from four in the Champions League league phase, edging AEK 2-3 in Athens. Madrid took the lead for the first time only in stoppage time, when Federico Valverde's stunning strike settled it. Moments earlier, Denzel Dumfries had set up Kylian Mbappé to make it 2-2.
With Arda Güler rested by Mourinho, Dumfries started for Real. The manager also found room for both Yan Diomandé and Vinícius Júnior.
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