Benfica vs Moreirense Prediction: Just Like The Phoenix, The Eagles Will Rise From The Ashes And Soar Back To Winning Ways

Benfica will welcome Moreirense at the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in the 29th round of the Primeira Liga. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Benfica

Form: LWWWL

Thanks to goals from Rafa Silva and Angel di Maria, the Eagles were able to take advantage in the first leg of the Europa League quarterfinals, defeating the French opposition Olympique de Marseille 2-1 on familiar grounds at the Estádio da Luz. In light of this result, Roger Schmidt's side is one game away from reaching their first semi-final appearance since 2014.

Prior to that, they were on the receiving end of a 2-1 league defeat against bitter rivals Sporting CP away from home, marking the third consecutive time they've failed to register a win against Ruben Amorim’s team (L2, D1). They make their return at the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, aiming to return to the winning column, a feat that appears within reach given that they currently boast an eight-match winning streak while avoiding defeat in their last 14 matches this season (W12, D2).

With 67 points accumulated from 28 matches, Benfica sits in second place in the Primeira Liga standings, nine points ahead of third-placed FC Porto and seven points ahead of first-placed Sporting CP. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Trubin; Bah, Silva, Otamendi, Morato; Neves, Mario; Neres, Kokcu, Gouveia; Cabral

Moreirense

Form: DLWLD

Moreirense, on the other hand, gave up a two-goal lead in their last match against Estrela Amadora at home to play out a nail-biting 2-2 draw. This result extended their unbeaten run at the Parque Joaquim de Almeida Freitas to three matches (D2, W1).

The Green and whites have won just one of their last five league matches (L2, D2) and enter this match lacking in confidence, especially on the road where they are currently on a two-match losing streak, suffering two successive 1-0 defeats against Boavista and Vitoria de Guimaraes.

With 43 points accumulated from 28 matches, Moreirense sits in sixth place in the Primeira Liga standings and is three points ahead of seventh-placed FC Arouca.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Kewin; Fabiano, Ponck, Maracas, Frimpong; Franco, Alan, Castro; Kodisang, Mingotti, Camacho

Match Facts

• Benfica have preserved just three clean sheets in their last eight matches in the Primeira Liga.
• Moreirense have lost four of their last five away matches in the Primeira Liga.
• Benfica averages 2.64 goals per game when playing at home, and Moreirense averages 0.93 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 32 meetings, Benfica have won 22 times, Moreirense have won 2 times, and there have been 8 draws, with the goal difference being 68-25 in favor of Benfica. 

Expert Betting Tips

Benfica's impressive 14-match unbeaten streak at home this season ranks them second in the Primeira Liga and instills fear in the hearts of their opponents. Additionally, their superiority over their upcoming opponents in this fixture is evident, suggesting they are in for a comfortable home victory. However, the away team may rely on their fresh legs to potentially cause an upset, although the likelihood seems slim. 

Therefore, we expect Benfica to secure a comfortable win at home, and we recommend supporting them to score over two goals, considering this has been a common occurrence in seven of their last eight home matches in the league.

• Total 1 - Over 2 for 1.76
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.05
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.64