Match Report
CSKA Moscow U19 went into the game 4th in the table on 3 points; Benfica U19 sat 3rd on 7 — a 4-point gap. CSKA Moscow U19's recent output lagged their position: 27th on form over five rounds while 4th in the table. In league terms the two rates read 1.33/2.5 for CSKA Moscow U19 and 1.67/1.33 for Benfica U19 (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.76.
11 matches unbeaten backed Benfica U19's arrival, having scored in 14 consecutive games.
The venue was Stadion Oktyabr', with room for 81,000 spectators. On the scoreboard, it was 0-0 at the break; 2 second-half goals set the final 2-0.
Goal scorers
CSKA Moscow U19: V. Zhironkin (85'), N. Matskharashvili (72')
Key stats
Possession: CSKA Moscow U19 46% · Benfica U19 54% · On target: 5-3 · Corners: 3-8