Nearly 34 Million Fans Follow UEFA Action Live
Flashscore, the leading platform for live scores and sports content, has revealed unprecedented engagement during one of the most dramatic nights in UEFA Champions League history. Almost 34 million users tracked the final day of the league phase, when all 18 matches were played simultaneously, as decisive moments reshaped the competition across Europe.
From Brazil to Antarctica, fans across 239 countries and territories followed the action in real time, reacting to last-minute goals, stunning comebacks, and unforgettable drama—including a 98th-minute header from Benfica’s goalkeeper that sent Real Madrid into the playoffs.
Push Notifications Fuel Global Engagement
Martin Matejka, Flashscore Marketing Director, said:
“Yesterday wasn’t just matchday—it was a global event. When game-changing moments happen—from stoppage-time goals to last-minute winners—the world reacts. Flashscore delivered over 700 million push notifications, keeping fans connected as the drama unfolded.”
Top Matches and User Engagement
- Benfica vs. Real Madrid (9.7M users): The standout match of the night. Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a 98th-minute header to seal a 4–2 win.
- Barcelona vs. FC Copenhagen (8.3M users): Barcelona secured a 4–1 victory, advancing to the Round of 16.
- Napoli vs. Chelsea (5.9M users): Chelsea’s 3–2 comeback eliminated Napoli in a thrilling encounter.
Players Who Captured Fan Attention
- Jorginho (995K users): Profile views surged after his penalty against Arsenal.
- Anatoliy Trubin (725K users): Benfica’s goalkeeper became a global sensation overnight.
- Andreas Schjelderup (368K users): The 21-year-old Norwegian scored twice against Real Madrid.
- Kylian Mbappé (317K users): Despite defeat, he remained a fan favorite with two goals.
Team Popularity Highlights
- Real Madrid (1.6M users): Fans tracked the dramatic 4–2 loss and playoff drop.
- Benfica (1.1M users): Engagement surged after the decisive late goal.
- Barcelona (930K users): Consistently strong interest as they advanced.
Global Reach of Champions League Drama
Flashscore recorded high activity in Brazil, Italy, France, Poland, the UK, Spain, and Germany, as well as Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast) and Asia (Indonesia, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Uzbekistan). Even remote locations, such as Antarctica and Christmas Island, logged activity, illustrating the worldwide appetite for live football and Flashscore’s global coverage.
