Benfica lodged a formal complaint with UEFA after Real Madrid captain Federico Valverde allegedly punched Samuel Dahl during the 82nd minute of their match in Lisbon. The Portuguese club claims the incident was violent misconduct and that VAR did not review the tackle, warranting a red card.
The complaint comes amid a tense rivalry following earlier on‑field drama and racist abuse allegations. While the outcome is uncertain, the case could affect Valverde’s participation in the upcoming second leg.