N. Kesminas: J. Mourinho will want to repeat the miracle against 'Real'

2026-02-17 12:53

The decisive battles begin in the UEFA Champions League.

Before the knockout stage starts on Tuesday, football analyst Nerijus Kesminas shared his thoughts on social media.

"Are we having another hot football night in Lisbon?

With a microphone in hand, we will be waiting for you with Lisbon's Benfica and Madrid's Real.”

I have no doubt you’ve seen it. If not live, then at least the recording. It was worth it: a high-scoring football match, Benfica's inspiring victory, and goalkeeper Anatolijus Trubinas’ goal in the last second of the game, which opened the team's path to the UEFA Champions League knockout stages faster than the Sesame password - to a cave filled with countless treasures of plunderers.

You cannot step into the same river twice. But the spectacle should not disappoint this time either. Real, stripped of penalties but once again catching the winds of victory, which, among other things, will be led forward by a desire for revenge.

Even less room for error for both sides. The team from Lisbon, led by Jose Mourinho's football know-how, eager to replicate the miracle. Let’s not doubt - it will be fun.

So we gather on J.Žemaitės Street in Vilnius and at "Pliusus" in Kaunas, where you should also hear my voice. See you soon,” wrote N. Kesminas.