FIFA Clarifies Goal Scorer in Boca Juniors vs Benfica Match
One sentence summary – FIFA clarified that the first goal in the Boca Juniors vs Benfica match was an own goal by Nico Otamendi, who later scored the equalizer, leading to his selection for the team of the first round, with Benfica set to play against Auckland City in the second round of the Club World Cup.
At a glance
- FIFA clarified that the first goal in the match was an own goal by Nico Otamendi of Benfica.
- Otamendi scored the equalizer for Benfica at the 84th minute.
- Benfica is set to play against Auckland City in the second round of the Club World Cup.
- Otamendi’s performance in the match earned him a spot in the team of the week.
- Viewers can watch the FIFA Club World Cup games for free on the DAZN platform.
The details
In a recent football match between Boca Juniors and Benfica, FIFA made an announcement.
The first goal in the match was initially credited to Miguel Merentiel of Boca Juniors, but upon further review, it was determined to be an own goal by Nico Otamendi of Benfica.
This clarification was provided following an examination of the goal.
Own Goal by Nico Otamendi
Player number 30 of SL Benfica, Nico Otamendi, was credited with the own goal.
Otamendi scored the equalizer for Benfica at the 84th minute.
The goal scored by the Argentine player against Boca Juniors resulted in him being selected for the team of the first round.
Upcoming Match Against Auckland City
Following their match against Boca Juniors, Benfica is scheduled to play against Auckland City.
This match is scheduled to take place in the second round of the Club World Cup.
The game is set to take place on Friday at 5 pm, according to Portugal time.
The technical team at Boca Juniors has provided their perspective on the situation.
The video analysis verified the adjustment in the goal attribution.
Otamendi’s performance in the match resulted in his inclusion in the competition’s team of the week.
For individuals interested in viewing the FIFA Club World Cup games, they can do so at no cost.
The games are available for streaming on the DAZN platform.
Viewers have the option to create an account on DAZN in order to access and watch the games.
This is the most recent update in the current Club World Cup tournament.
Stay tuned for further updates on the tournament.
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| maisfutebol.iol.pt |
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| – FIFA announced that the first goal scored by Boca Juniors against Benfica was actually an own goal by Nico Otamendi – Initially, the goal was credited to Miguel Merentiel, a forward for Boca Juniors – The FIFA clarified the situation by stating that the goal was changed to an own goal by the player number 30 of SL Benfica – The Argentine player scored a goal against Boca in the same match and was selected for the team of the first round – Benfica will play against Auckland City in the second round of the Club World Cup on Friday at 5 pm (Portugal time) |
| zerozero.pt |
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| – FIFA trocou o golo de Merentiel para autogolo de Otamendi no jogo entre Benfica e Boca Juniors – Comunicado da FIFA esclareceu que o primeiro golo do jogo foi um autogolo de Otamendi – Técnico do Boca Juniors comentou sobre a situação – Análise de vídeo confirmou a alteração do golo – Otamendi marcou o golo da igualdade aos 84 minutos – Otamendi foi selecionado para a equipa da semana da competição – Benfica joga contra o |
| Auckland City na segunda jornada do Mundial de Clubes |
| flashscore.pt |
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| – FIFA announced that the first goal scored by Boca Juniors against Benfica in the Group C match was considered an own goal by Otamendi. – |
| Initially, the goal scored at 21 minutes was attributed to Miguel Merentiel, a forward for Boca Juniors. |
| – The FIFA later changed the initial decision and confirmed that the goal was an own goal by the player number 30 of SL Benfica. |
| – Following the draw with Boca Juniors, Benfica will play against Auckland City in the second round of Group C. – FIFA Club World Cup – All games are free to watch exclusively on DAZN. |
| – Create your account here and start watching. |
