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FT: Chelsea 1-0 Benfica, Garnacho SHINE In Blues WIN! (VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS)

Alejandro Garnacho forced an own-goal as Chelsea claimed a narrow 1-0 victory against Jose Mourinho Benfica, MySportDab reports.

Rios was the man who conceded the own-goal after his error leaving his side to fight all through with nothing.

First Half Report 

The game has a lot of talking points as Jose Mourinho returned to a place he once called home as manager.

For Enzo Maresca, it was a game which his side needed to bounce back after going on a losing streak.

Chelsea had a squad which saw a number of players being dropped due to injuries and fitness problem.

Benfica had it good until 18th minute own-goal from Rios saw the game turned 1-0 in favor of the Premier League side.

The first half ended with the 1-0 scoreline which could not change despite the opportunities that were created.

Second Half Report 

The action continued in the remaining 45 minutes which was still struggle for either team to try and make something happen.

It was a close and tactical game which both teams could have gotten more if their opportunities did go in.

It ended with Chelsea claiming a 1-0 victory against Benfica which gifted them their first Champions League three points despite Joao Pedro late red card.

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