Benfica vs Moreirense Prediction 25 April 2026
🔊 The match promises to be intriguing from a tactical standpoint. The teams are showing varying levels of form and motivation this season. Benfica, currently second in the standings, are still trying to catch up with the league leaders. Meanwhile, Moreirense are looking to solidify their position in the middle of the table.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 14 December 2025 and ended with a 0-4 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Moreirense were the home side):
- possession: 53% vs 47%;
- corners: 4 vs 4;
- fouls: 19 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 5.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Benfica and Moreirense:
- 36 matches played;
- home victories - 25, away victories - 2, draws - 9;
- goals scored - 79 against 28;
- average first-half total - 1.28, second-half - 1.69;
- average total goals per match - 2.97.
Head-to-head statistics Benfica - Moreirense

Benfica Lisbon Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Sporting hosting Benfica. The match concluded with a 1-2 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Benfica vs Sporting):
- possession percentage: 39% vs 61%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 3;
- fouls: 8 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 6.
Benfica hold the second spot in the standings, showcasing an impressive run of form. Over their last five matches, they have secured four wins and one draw. The team boasts a solid defense, conceding an average of just 0.63 goals per game. Their attack is equally effective, with an average of 2.1 goals scored per match. The drive to win pushes the players to maintain maximum focus in every game. The club's style of play revolves around ball control and capitalizing on opportunities, and this tactic is proving to be highly effective.
Match Results: Benfica Lisbon

Moreirense Team Overview
The most recent official match for the current visitors took place on in the Primeira Liga, with Moreirense hosting Estoril. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here's the match statistics (Moreirense vs Estoril):
- possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corners: 5 vs 1;
- fouls: 14 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
Moreirense have been inconsistent this season, which is reflected in their current mid-table position. Their last five matches have yielded mixed results: one win, one draw, and three losses. The team faces challenges both offensively and defensively, averaging just 1.1 goals scored per match while conceding 1.37. Nevertheless, Moreirense continue to fight to solidify their standing and aim to improve their performance. Their playstyle revolves around quick counterattacks, but their finishing efficiency needs improvement.
Match Results: Moreirense
Latest news
Benfica Lisbon
🎙 Benfica's head coach José Mourinho shared his thoughts on the 2-1 victory over Sporting in the 30th round of the Portuguese Championship: "Obviously, I'm pleased. It was a fantastic game. For a match to be like this, there need to be three strong sides on the field, and despite some inaccuracies, the officiating was at a good level. Benfica played a very high-quality match. Tactically, it was a great, magnificent game. Sporting stayed true to themselves. Plus, the stadium was excellent; I noted this even before the kickoff: an incredible atmosphere with support from the home fans and our supporters up top. It was a special match, with no dismissals, where both teams were striving for victory."
❌ Benfica face no significant losses ahead of their next match.
Moreirense
❌ The visitors will be without Álvaro Martínez, Michel, and Vasco Souza. Dinis Pinto's participation is also in doubt.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 36;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 6; for visitors away - 4; number of draws - 6;
- Average first-half total: 1.28;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.89, while the visitors net 0.39.
First-Half Stats: Benfica Lisbon (home) vs Moreirense (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- wins: 10 (66.67%) vs 4 (26.67%);
- losses: 1 (6.67%) vs 3 (20%);
- draws: 4 (26.67%) vs 8 (53.33%);
- Average goals scored: 1.73 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0.4 vs 0.47.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.4) vs 1 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.6).
- Benfica Lisbon scored in the 1st half in 11 of last 12 home games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- home team wins - 25, away team wins - 2, draws - 9.
Statistics: Benfica Lisbon vs Moreirense
- matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 30;
- wins: 21 vs 11;
- win percentage: 70% vs 37%;
- losses: 0 vs 13;
- draws: 9 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 2;
- losses: 2 vs 5;
- draws: 2 vs 3.
- Benfica Lisbon have won in 7 of last 8 home games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.19, the guests - 0.78;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.97;
- both teams scored: overall - 22; at the home team's field - 10.
Statistics: Benfica Lisbon vs Moreirense
- average total in the tournament: 2.73 vs 2.47;
- average total goals scored: 2.1 vs 1.1;
- average total in the 1st half: 1.03 vs 0.43;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.07 vs 0.67;
- Benfica Lisbon: average total at home in the tournament - 2.33;
- Moreirense: average total away in the tournament - 1.07;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 2) vs 0.7 (away - 1).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 12 of last 13 Benfica Lisbon games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 10 of last 11 Benfica Lisbon games (Primeira Liga).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 16 Moreirense games (Primeira Liga).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 8 Moreirense away games (Primeira Liga).
Prediction on corners
Benfica Lisbon: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 7.17; at home field - 7.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 8.5; at home field - 8.
Moreirense: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.63, away - 3.13;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.9; away - 2.25.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- both teams scored all-time - 22 times;
- on the home team’s field - 10 times.
Statistics: Benfica Lisbon vs Moreirense
- number of matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 30;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 16 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Benfica Lisbon at home - 8 (53%);
- number of BTTS matches for Moreirense away - 7 (47%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Benfica Lisbon at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Moreirense away - 3 (75%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (27/268, 10.1%);
- Benfica Lisbon at home most often finish matches: 1:1 , 3:0 (3/15, 20%);
- Moreirense away most often play: 0:2 , 1:1 , 2:1 , 3:0 (2/15, 13.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 13.75% (odds 8)
2:0 - 12.34% (odds 6)
2:1 - 10.42% (odds 9.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form and statistics, this match promises to be a tactical battle. Benfica remain unbeaten in their last five matches, highlighting their consistency. Moreirense, on the other hand, are struggling offensively, averaging just 1.1 goals per game. Based on this and the trend of low-scoring games involving Benfica, we can expect a tight contest with limited goals. From this analysis, we predict under 3.5 goals total.