Round 18
Benfica vs. Famalicao
Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Lisbon, Portugal.
17.01.25 at 23:15
Benfica have been presented with one of the easiest fixtures in the Primeira Liga to return to winning ways and end a two-match losing streak. They play host to struggling Famalicão at Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in the 18th round.
Let's have a look at the latest Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions between Benfica vs. Famalicao, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!
Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!
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Benfica enter the Primeira Liga's round 18 in decent form despite failing to win their last two matches. They have won ten of their last 13 matches (D1, L2) and have scored an impressive 33 goals during this run.
In their most recent league match, the Eagles succumbed to a 2-1 home defeat against Braga, marking their second consecutive defeat. As a result of those unfortunate outcomes, the team finds itself three points behind league leaders Sporting CP.
However, it has to be mentioned that the Eagles have seen a revival in their performance since the aforementioned defeat. They head into this match boasting a two-match winning streak with both wins coming in the domestic cup competitions. The highlighted match during this run is their success against bitter rivals Sporting CP in the Taca da Liga final, winning 7-6 on penalties.
Probable Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-2-1-1
Trubin; Bah, Araujo, Otamendi, Carreras; Barreiro, Aursnes; Akturkoglu, Kokcu; Di Maria; Pavlidis
Famalicao
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Famalicao, on the other hand, will have their backs against the wall in a bid to return to winning ways. The visitors have had 12 days of rest since a 1-1 away league draw against Casa Pia. However, it's still to be seen whether a lengthy break will have any impact on them evading defeat here.
Such a theory stems from the fact that they have gone seven matches without a win in the league, recording four draws and three losses, with their creaky rearguard managing just one clean sheet.
Despite their poor run of results, Armando Evangelista's team will likely want to draw motivation from their past matches in this fixture. Evangelista's men have won two consecutive matches against Benfica, both by a 2-0 scoreline.
Probable Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Carevic; Pinheiro, Mihaj, De Haas, Soares; Van de Looi, Topić; Sorriso, Sa, Dias; Aranda
Match Facts
- Benfica has scored three or more goals in six of their last nine home matches in the Primeira Liga.
- Famalicao is currently on a three-match winless run when playing away in the Primeira Liga.
- Benfica has won three consecutive matches at home against Famalicao without conceding a goal.
- Famalicao has scored in two of their last seven meetings against Benfica.
Head-To-Head
In the last 14 meetings, Benfica has won 9 times, Famalicao has won 2 times, and there have been 3 draws, with the goal difference being 28-10 in favor of Benfica.
History of Head-to-Heads
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Liga Portugal 2023/2024
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Liga Portugal 2023/2024
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Taca de Portugal 2023/2024
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Benfica Latest Games
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Sporting CP
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Casa Pia
Bayer Leverkusen
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Arouca
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FC Porto
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Vitoria de Guimaraes
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Expert Betting Tips
Benfica has finally managed to steady a sinking ship with two consecutive wins in domestic cup competitions. For many, this is a relief, as this means the Eagles can now start putting pressure on the top two sides in the table.
It's no secret that they are currently riding high on momentum, and coming across a floundering Famalicao side leads me to believe this could turn out to be a one-sided affair. Let's forget about the two consecutive defeats they've suffered against this opponent in this fixture as I feel the third time is always a charm. What I do expect from the home team is that they put three past the visitors who have been suspect of a leaky defense in the past weeks.
Our main pick for the game is: Total 1 over 2.5 for 1.88 with 1xbet.
2nd prediction: Both Teams To Score - No for 1.62 with Betway.
3rd prediction: Half-time/Full-time - Benfica for 1.66 with Bet365.
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