The first Portuguese side ever to make the last 16 of this competition in any format, Benfica gave a resolute defensive display to hold last season’s semi-finalists.
Bayern had 15 attempts at goal but Benfica keeper Letícia proved unbeatable, thwarting Lea Schüller on several occasions while Bayern’s leading scorer thundered an acrobatic volley into the bar in the closing stages.
Two low drives from Cloé Lacasse were as close as Benfica came to a shock win.
Nigerian International, Christy Ucheibe started on the bench for Benfica and finally find herself needed in the 84th minute as she replaces Andreia Faria.
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