Benfica vs Gil Vicente Prediction: The Eagles Are Not One To Be Intimidated Especially At Home

Benfica will welcome Gil Vicente to the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in the 20th round of the Primeira Liga.

Let's have a look at the latest Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions between Benfica vs. Gil Vicente, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Benfica

Form: WWWWW

Although they were eliminated from the Taça da Liga, where they hold the record with seven titles, Benfica has begun the year 2024 in impressive fashion, as they have won five of their last six matches across all competitions.

In their most recent match against Estrela Amadora away from home, Roger Schmidt's men cruised to a comfortable 4-1 triumph, despite trailing behind by a goal in the 28th minute. With this win, they extended their winning run in the league to six matches and will approach this encounter with confidence, aiming to extend that streak to seven matches.

Having accumulated 48 points in 19 matches, Benfica sits in second place in the Primeira Liga standings, four points ahead of third-placed FC Porto and one point behind first-placed Sporting CP.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Trubin; Aursnes, Silva, Otamendi, Morato; Neves, Kokcu; Di Maria, Silva, Mario; Cabral

Gil Vicente

Form: WWDLW

Gil Vicente, on the other hand, has also commenced the new year on a positive note, winning three of their last five matches across all competitions (L1 and D1) and will want to maintain this form as they gradually climb up the standings. While a European football spot is not guaranteed this season, the best they can do is vie for a mid-table finish after failing to do so in the previous season to finish in the 13th spot.

In their most recent match against Vitoria de Guimaraes at home, they secured a narrow 1-0 victory courtesy of a Maxime Dominguez goal in the 85th minute, although their confrontation with Álvaro Pacheco's men is far from over as they get to face them again in the Taça de Portugal quarterfinals four days from now. With that win, Gil Vicente extended their winning streak in the league to two matches, outscoring their opponents 3-0.

Having accumulated 22 points in 19 matches, Gil Vicente sits in tenth place in the Primeira Liga standings, level on points with the teams below them and two points adrift of seventh-placed Farense.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Andrew; Ze Carlos, Pereira, Fernandes, Buta; Castillo; Dominguez, Fujimoto, Neto, Souza; Correia

Match Facts

• Benfica are currently on an eighteen-game unbeaten run in the Primeira Liga
• Gil Vicente is currently on a four-match unbeaten run across all competitions.
• Benfica averages 2.22 goals per game when playing at home, and Gil Vicente averages 0.89 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the previous 28 encounters, Benfica emerged victorious 22 times, with 3 draws, while Gil Vicente secured 3 wins. The goal difference stands at 62-20 in favor of Benfica.

Expert Betting Tips

Benfica is the clear favorite to secure a home victory, although Gil Vicente cannot be overlooked as a potential upset contender in this match.

Nevertheless, we'll align with the prevailing trend showcasing Benfica's dominance in this matchup. Our prediction leans towards supporting them to cover the -1.5 handicap spread.

• Total 1 - Over 2.5 for 1.75
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.67
• Corners - Under 10 for 2.25