Zenit lost to Benfica in the first match of the 1\/8 finals of the Champions League

St. Petersburg "Zenith" lost to the Portuguese "Benfica" in the first match of the 1/8 finals of the UEFA Champions League. The meeting, held in Lisbon, ended with the score 1:0 in favor of the hosts.

The only goal of the match in the 90th minute was scored by Brazilian striker Benfica Jonas.

The ball was scored after a free-kick at the Zenith goal. A free kick was awarded after Krishito hit an opponent in the legs. The player was sent off the field.

The return match will take place on March 9 in St. Petersburg.

• On February 16, Lokomotiv Moscow lost to Besiktas 2-0 in the match of the 1/16 finals of the Europa League.