Real Madrid deliver last-minute win at AEK Athens in Champions League thriller
Federico Valverde lashed home a stunning effort from distance to snatch Real Madrid a late 3-2 victory at AEK Athens on Wednesday in the Champions League and preserve their 100% start in the group phase. José Mourinho’s side twice came from behind against the Greek champions before Valverde claimed all three points…
Covered by 3 sources from 2 countries. First reported by The Guardian ·
How 3 newspapers cover this story
Valverde’s late winner breaks AEK Athens hearts as Real Madrid twice come from behind
Federico Valverde lashed home a stunning effort from distance to snatch Real Madrid a late 3-2 victory at AEK Athens on Wednesday in the Champions League and preserve their 100% start in the group phase. José Mourinho’s side twice came from behind against the Greek champions before Valverde claimed all three points…
Real Madrid deliver last-minute win at AEK Athens in Champions League thriller
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.
Coverage details
3 outlets from 2 countries are covering this story: The Guardian, Irish Independent and BBC News. The Guardian published it first, on November 4, 2026; the last outlet to join was BBC News, 2 hours later.
Key names in the coverage: AEK Athens, Real Madrid, Champions League and Federico Valverde.
By country: United Kingdom (2), Ireland (1). In total 4 articles have been published, because some outlets updated the story several times.
