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VIDEO: Nicolas Gaitan scores with a Panenka...from a free kick

Benfica booked its ticket to the Europa League's Round of 16 with a 3-0 victory over Greek club PAOK at the Estadio da Luz on Thursday, securing a comfortable 4-0 win on aggregate.

A seemingly innocuous scoreline, as the Portuguese club were heavy favorites to advance once the draw was announced. 

But this goal from striker Nicolas Gaitan was anything but, as the Argentine executed a perfect 'Panenka' chip to open the scoring in the first half.

The catch? It wasn't from the penalty spot.

Cheeky.

Benfica will be hoping the Argentine can replicate that feat in some form in the next round, where they will meet English side Tottenham.

[H/T: Who Ate All The Pies]

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