Benfica vs Estoril Praia Prediction
🔊 Benfica are gearing up to host Estoril in what promises to be an action-packed and intriguing match. The hosts sit third in the table and have been in excellent form, enjoying a long unbeaten run. Meanwhile, their opponents have been inconsistent but are capable of surprising with unexpected results. Both teams are eager to solidify their standings: Benfica are in the title race, while Estoril aim to improve their position. The match promises plenty of goals, given the attacking potential of both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 03 May 2025 and ended with a score of 1-2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Estoril):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 15 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Benfica and Estoril:
- 29 matches played;
- home victories - 25, away wins - 1, draws - 3;
- goals scored - 66 to 22;
- average goals in the first half - 1.45, in the second half - 1.59;
- average total goals per match - 3.03.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Benfica Lisbon Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primeira Liga, featuring Braga at home against Benfica. The match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Benfica vs Braga):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 5 vs 1;
- fouls: 9 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Benfica firmly hold third place in the Primeira Liga and are showcasing impressive form. Over their last five matches, the team has secured four wins and one draw, highlighting their consistency and ambition. They average 2.06 goals per game while conceding just 0.63, a testament to their solid defense and potent attack. The Eagles play an attacking brand of football, often dominating possession in the opponent's half. In their most recent head-to-head encounter, Benfica defeated Estoril 2-1, providing further motivation for another successful outing on home turf.
Match Results: Benfica Lisbon
Estoril Praia Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Estoril as the home side and Alverca as the visitors. The match ended with a scoreline of 4-1.
Here are the game statistics (Estoril vs Alverca):
- possession percentage: 64% vs 36%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 7;
- fouls: 12 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 7.
Estoril, currently sitting ninth in the table, are displaying inconsistent form. Over their last five matches, they have secured two wins, suffered two losses, and drawn once. Their win rate stands at 40%, highlighting the team's instability. However, they have won two of their last three games, indicating a slight resurgence in form. Estoril's attacking performance is average, with a scoring rate of 1.69 goals per game while conceding about 1.63 goals on average. The team plays flexibly, favoring quick counter-attacks over ball possession, making them a threat to opponents with strong defenses.
Match Results: Estoril Praia
Latest news
Benfica Lisbon
🎙 Lopes Cabral is the latest addition to the club. In his first words as an "Eagles" player, the 23-year-old Cape Verdean defender expressed his excitement about the new challenge in his career, emphasizing the stature of the club he will represent: "Honestly, I can't describe my feelings. This is very important to me. I'm thrilled to join this great club, one of the biggest in Europe. I can't put into words how happy I am."
🎙 Jose Mourinho gave an interview after the match against Braga (2-2): "No humor, this is not humor now. I congratulate Braga on many achievements. I congratulate the president because I've returned to Braga after so many years, and he has done an incredible job at the club. He invited me to see the fantastic training center; unfortunately, I can't do that, but honestly, since I've been friends with the president for many years, I congratulate him. Congratulations to the team, who are good, the coach who is building a strong team, and even the fans who create a great atmosphere at the stadium. As for the game, I think it's a great victory for us. It's a great victory. Braga were better than us in the first half. Okay, we made two individual mistakes, but that's part of the game."
❌ Out of action are Dodi Lukebakio, Henrique Araujo, and Leandro Barreiro.
Estoril Praia
❌ The underdog enters the match without significant losses, but this is unlikely to help them. The opponent is simply too strong.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 29;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 11; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.45;
- Today's home team scores on average 1.1, while the visitors net 0.34.
First-Half Stats: Benfica Lisbon (home) vs Estoril Praia (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 7;
- wins: 5 (62.5%) vs 2 (28.57%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 4 (57.14%);
- draws: 3 (37.5%) vs 1 (14.29%);
- Average goals scored: 1.5 vs 1.71;
- Average goals conceded: 0.25 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- losses: 1 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.1 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.7 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.8).
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in 10 of last 11 games against Estoril Praia (Primeira Liga).
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in 8 of last 9 home games against Estoril Praia.
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in last 6 home games against Estoril Praia (Primeira Liga).
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 home games.
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in last 6 games.
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 29;
- home team wins - 25, away team wins - 1, draws - 3.
Statistics: Benfica Lisbon vs Estoril Praia
- matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 16;
- wins: 10 vs 5;
- win percentage: 63% vs 31%;
- losses: 0 vs 6;
- draws: 6 vs 5.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 5;
- losses: 0 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
- Estoril Praia won with a +2.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 away games against Benfica Lisbon.
- Estoril Praia won with a +2.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 away games.
- Estoril Praia won with a +2.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 away games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.28, the guests - 0.76;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.03;
- both teams scored: overall - 19; at the home team's field - 8.
Statistics: Benfica Lisbon vs Estoril Praia
- average total in the tournament: 2.69 vs 3.31;
- average total goals scored: 2.06 vs 1.69;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.94 vs 0.88;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.13 vs 0.81;
- Benfica Lisbon: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Estoril Praia: average total away in the tournament - 1.43;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2 (home - 1.5) vs 2 (away - 1.5).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Benfica Lisbon home games against Estoril Praia (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on corners
Benfica Lisbon: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.44; at home field - 6.38;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.3; at home field - 4.
Estoril Praia: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.63, away - 4.57;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.2; away - 5.25.
- Under 10.5 corners in last 5 Benfica Lisbon home games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 29;
- both teams scored all-time - 19 times;
- on the home team’s field - 8 times.
Statistics: Benfica Lisbon vs Estoril Praia
- number of matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 16;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 8 vs 9;
- number of BTTS matches for Benfica Lisbon at home - 5 (63%);
- number of BTTS matches for Estoril Praia away - 3 (43%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Benfica Lisbon at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Estoril Praia away - 1 (25%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (16/142, 11.3%);
- Benfica Lisbon at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (3/8, 37.5%);
- Estoril Praia away most often play: 2:2 (2/7, 28.6%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
2:0 - 11.72% (odds 5.4)
1:0 - 10.86% (odds 7)
2:1 - 10.12% (odds 8.2)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form and stats of both teams, this match promises to be a lively encounter with plenty of goals. Benfica are in excellent form, winning 4 out of their last 5 games, showcasing solid defense and a potent attack. Estoril have shown average scoring ability but can surprise opponents with their flexible tactics and counterattacks. The head-to-head history also points to a high level of scoring. Therefore, betting on over 2.5 goals seems well-founded, as both teams are likely to create numerous dangerous chances against each other.
Betting Tips: Benfica Lisbon - Estoril Praia
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