Real Madrid maintained their strong start under manager Jose Mourinho with a victory over AEK Athens in the UEFA Champions League league phase on November 4, 2026. The match at AEK Arena saw Federico Valverde score the team's third goal as Madrid secured a win in Athens, Greece.
The result extends Madrid's positive run since Mourinho's return to the club, with the Portuguese coach celebrating the goal on the touchline. The win marks another step in the team's campaign in the 2026/27 Champions League season.



