Estoril vs Benfica Prediction & Match Preview

Estoril are set to host Benfica at Estadio Antonio Coimbra da Mota for their upcoming league fixture. Estoril enter the contest following a number of subpar results. They remain 17th in the standings following a 3-2 defeat to Vitoria Guimaraes last time out.

Their opponents, Benfica, has been excellent in the league in comparison to their European performances. They sit second in the table after a 1-0 win over Porto in their previous league match, which was followed by a 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan in the UCL.

Who will win the match between Estoril vs Benfica?

We are counting on Benfica to pull off a win here. They have been excellent in the league, having won each of their past six league matches.

Estoril, on the other hand, are struggling in the league. They haven’t won any of their last five league matches. Four of those matches ended in defeats as well.

Moreover, Benfica also has a fine h2h record in the recent history of this matchup.

How many goals can be expected?

We expect goals in this match. In each of Estoril’s last five league matches, there have been more than 2.5 goals scored. Also, Benfica has scored goals at a fine rate in the league, with four of their last five league matche ending with over 2.5 goals.

In addition, four of the last six h2h meetings between these two at this ground have had over 2.5 goals. By the looks of things, a high-scoring affair is expected this time out.

Will Both teams score in the match?

Both teams have been scoring a decent number of goals in recent weeks. The hosts have scored at least two goals in six of their seven league matches. While the visitors have scored seven goals in their past three league matches.

Thus, the chances are quite high for goals to come from either end of the pitch.

The Verdict

Benfica possesses a stellar league record heading into the match. Their last six league matches have all ended in victories. They also have an excellent record against Estoril. Furthermore, Estoril has had a mediocre form going into the match.

A victory for Benfica and BTTS goals at 2.63 odds will be our main betting pick here considering all the observations.

Also, considering Benfica’s terrific league record, we can’t see them slipping at all. Therefore, you can back the visitors to have the lead at halftime and win the match at the end at odds of 1.80.

Liam Foster- October 5, 2023

Estoril vs Benfica Betting Tips

Benfica to win & Both Teams to Score

OK

2.63 Odds

HT/FT Benfica/Benfica

OK

1.80 Odds