Benfica Fined After Champions League Incidents

UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body has sanctioned SL Benfica following multiple incidents during their UEFA Champions League clash with Real Madrid C.F. on February 17, 2026.

The disciplinary action stems from Benfica’s 1-0 home defeat, where supporters were found guilty of racist and discriminatory behaviour, alongside other breaches including throwing objects and the use of a laser pointer.

UEFA confirmed that Benfica have been fined a total of €73,000 across the various charges. The most serious offence, racist and discriminatory conduct by two supporters, resulted in a €40,000 fine and a partial stadium closure affecting 500 seats in sectors 10 and 11. However, the closure has been suspended for a one-year probationary period, meaning it will only be enforced if further offences occur within that timeframe.

Additional sanctions include an €8,000 fine for the use of a laser pointer and €25,000 for supporters throwing objects during the match.

The CEDB also took action against Benfica assistant coach Pedro Luis Ferreira Machado, who has been handed a one-match suspension from UEFA club competitions for unsporting conduct.

UEFA continues to take a firm stance on discriminatory behaviour and crowd misconduct, with the latest ruling reinforcing its zero-tolerance approach across European competitions.

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