Brahim Díaz played a decisive role in Real Madrid’s dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over AEK Athens in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. The Morocco international provided the assist for Federico Valverde’s stoppage-time winner in Athens, helping Madrid maintain their perfect start in the competition.
Brahim Díaz creates the decisive moment
Díaz came on as a substitute in the 81st minute and made an immediate impact during the closing stages. In the 90th minute, he supplied the pass that allowed Valverde to score from outside the penalty area and complete Real Madrid’s comeback. The goal gave the Spanish side a 3-2 win after a difficult contest in Greece.
AEK had taken the lead through Aboubakary Koïta in the 12th minute. Jude Bellingham equalised for Madrid in the 32nd minute, but Stavros Pilios restored the hosts’ advantage in the 75th minute. Kylian Mbappé brought Real Madrid level again in the 78th minute before Valverde struck in the 90+2 minute, assisted by Díaz.
Real Madrid secure another Champions League victory
The result gave Real Madrid a fourth consecutive win in the league phase, taking them to 12 points from 12 available at that stage. The late goal underlined the importance of Madrid’s substitutes, with Díaz contributing directly to the decisive attack after entering the match.
For Moroccan supporters, the assist was another encouraging moment from a player whose ability to influence matches from the bench can provide an important option for both club and country. Díaz’s contribution came at a crucial point in a demanding European away fixture.
Match details: AEK Athens 2-3 Real Madrid
- Competition: UEFA Champions League, league phase
- Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
- Venue: OPAP Arena, Athens
- AEK goals: Aboubakary Koïta (12′), Stavros Pilios (75′)
- Real Madrid goals: Jude Bellingham (32′), Kylian Mbappé (78′), Federico Valverde (90+2′)
- Assist: Brahim Díaz for Valverde’s winner
- Final score: AEK Athens 2-3 Real Madrid
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Sources
- Real Madrid – Official match report
- LaLiga – AEK Athens vs Real Madrid match details and assist
- Reuters – Valverde seals Real Madrid comeback in Athens
Last updated: 5 November 2026.