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Benfica Player Suspended Before Real Madrid Match

UEFA has suspended Argentine midfielder Gianluca Prestiani of Benfica from the second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 against Real Madrid. The decision was made following a review.

Benfica Player Suspended Before Real Madrid Match

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has suspended the Argentine midfielder of Benfica, Gianluca Prestiani. The player will be unable to play in the second leg against Real Madrid.

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