Real Madrid Edge Five Goal Thriller With Benfica
Real Madrid's young striker Javier Portillo sent a message to Vicente Del Bosque in the European Champions 3-2 win over Portuguese giants Benfica last night, and that is to forget about signing Ronaldo.
l Madrid's young striker Javier Portillo sent a message to Vicente Del Bosque in the European Champions 3-2 win over Portuguese giants Benfica last night, and that is to forget about signing Ronaldo.
The extremely highly rated youngster furthered his claims for a prominent role in the first team this season with the winning goal ten minutes from time.
Controversial Slovenian star Zlatko Zahovic got the prestigious friendly off to a flyer with a fine goal after just five minutes.
Portuguese superstar Luis Figo scored an equaliser from a freekick seven minutes later, but Benfica restored their lead through Argel Fuks early in the second half.
Oscar Minambres levelled for Real on the hour mark, before Portillo struck late on.