Atlético Madrid Claims ‘Reconstruction Cup’ After Thrilling Victory Over Inter Milan in Benghazi

An exceptional football night concluded at the Benghazi International Stadium, where European giants Inter Milan (Italy) and Atlético Madrid (Spain) clashed in a decisive international friendly titled the “Reconstruction Cup – FDRL Cup.” The contest ultimately went to Atlético Madrid, who secured the victory in a penalty shootout after the match ended 1-1 in regular time.
The game was marked by significant excitement and a high level of technical performance from both sides, turning the event into a historic occasion for football supporters in Libya and across Europe.
The staging of this high-profile sporting event is part of an initiative by the Reconstruction Fund aimed at reintegrating Libya into the global sporting arena. It serves as tangible evidence of the country’s capacity to host major international events following years of challenges. This initiative is viewed as a powerful message to the world, reflecting the nation’s restored stability and the return of normal life to its stadiums.
To ensure a world-class standard of organization, the match was preceded by the formal signing of agreements between officials from the Reconstruction Fund and the sporting administrations of both Atlético Madrid and Inter Milan in Madrid and Milan, respectively.