Franco-Cameroonian midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni nets debut Champions League goal as Real Madrid edge Benfica

France international of Cameroonian descent Aurélien Tchouaméni has finally etched his name onto the Champions League scoresheet, reaching a long-awaited personal milestone with Real Madrid CF.

The 26-year-old midfielder rose to the occasion, finding the back of the net to score his first-ever goal in Europe’s elite club competition.

Despite being a regular presence in Madrid’s European campaigns, controlling tempo, breaking up play, and shielding the backline, goals had eluded the French international on the grandest stage. Before this breakthrough, Tchouaméni had featured in 38 Champions League matches without scoring.

That statistic underlines just how patient his journey has been. While often praised for his defensive discipline, tactical intelligence, and physical dominance, he has rarely been defined by his goal contributions in Europe until now.

The goal not only ends a frustrating personal drought but also adds another dimension to his growing influence in Real Madrid’s set up. For a player still in the prime-building phase of his career, this landmark strike could signal greater attacking confidence in the decisive moments of continental competition.

After 38 appearances of near misses and quiet resilience, Tchouaméni has finally broken through, and done so on the stage where legends are made.

This season, the midfielder had made 35 appearances across competitions, scoring one goal and delivering an assists in the process.