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Benfica scores six goals in dominant win over Hearts in Europa League

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Benfica scores six goals in dominant win over Hearts in Europa League

Summary

Benfica overcame Hearts with a decisive 6-1 victory in Lisbon during the Europa League. Rafa Silva opened the scoring early, with Tomás Araújo and Vangelis Pavlidis contributing to a first-half penalty. Gianluca Prestianni extended the lead, while Hearts managed a consolation from Tom Renaud. Jhon Durán and Andreas Schjelderup secured two late goals, further undermining Hearts' hopes of progressing in the tournament. The defeat marks a troubling fourth loss in four matches for Hearts this season.

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By the Numbers

•Benfica scored six goals against Hearts in Lisbon.
•Rafa Silva opened the scoring in the sixth minute.
•Hearts' Tom Renaud scored a consolation goal.
•Benfica's next match will be the second leg against Hearts.
•Hearts have lost all four matches this season.

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What they're saying

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Hearts have virtually no chance of progressing to the Europa League after being thrashed 6-1 by Benfica in Lisbon.Marco Silva's side dismantled the Scots with Rafa Silva opening the scoring in the six...
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