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Valverde stunner earns Real Madrid late win at AEK Athens

Real Madrid continue their 100% start to their Champions League campaign with another late win, this time through captain Federico Valverde to inflict Athens' third loss in a row.

BBC

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 10:04 PM

Key Things to Know

Real Madrid defeated AEK Athens 3-2 in their Champions League clash.
Captain Federico Valverde secured the victory with a late goal.
Jude Bellingham contributed a backheel goal during the match.

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Real Madrid secured a late 3-2 victory over AEK Athens in their Champions League match. Captain Federico Valverde scored a decisive late goal to help the Spanish side maintain their 100% winning start in the competition.

The contest also featured a notable backheel goal from Jude Bellingham to help edge the Greek hosts. The defeat marked AEK Athens' third consecutive loss in the Champions League campaign.

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Valverde stunner earns Real Madrid late win at AEK Athens

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