Benfica was eliminated from the FIBA Champions League following a decisive 99-69 loss to Spartak Subotica in Serbia, confirming their last-place finish in Group H.
The defeat solidified Benfica’s inability to advance in the tournament. Their campaign concluded with only a single victory, achieved against French side Le Mans.
This lone win was insufficient to overcome a head-to-head disadvantage against Le Mans, sealing Benfica’s fourth and final position in their group.
Benfica struggled throughout the game, with Spartak Subotica dominating nearly every aspect of play. A significant drop in performance occurred in the third quarter, where Benfica was outscored 30-16.
The Portuguese side trailed by 10 points at halftime, with the score at 43-33. Spartak Subotica’s effective field goal and three-point shooting controlled the pace, mirroring their earlier victory over Benfica on their home court.