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Franjo Ivaničić saves Benfica's title hopes with late goal, chaos ensues

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In a stunning 96th-minute turn of events at Marakan Stadium, Franjo Ivaničić scored to secure Benfica's title race against Rijka while Jose Mourinha orchestrated an incredible save earlier on; however, moments after his goal Ivanović was immediately involved in chaotic incidents that plunged the match into disorder. The Croatian midfielder is now fighting desperately for a place back inside Croatia's national team following this dramatic performance where he acted as both savior and disruptor of order within minutes 96-105.

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    Franjo Ivanićic scored a goal in the final minute to secure victory for Benfica against Rijeka.
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    The match ended with chaos on the field immediately following Franji's decisive late-minute strike.
March 15, 06:40 "Bivši napadac Rijeke" in the "Benfica striker scored a goal at minute 96 to secure victory and leave his team's title race.

Franjo Ivanić scored the winning goal for Benfica in the final minute, securing victory but leaving a chaotic scene on the pitch.

— (Vecernji.hr)

The Croatian star is fiercely fighting to secure his place with the national team after this match performance (Net.hr)

— (Novilist.hr)