FC Porto vs Benfica Prediction & Expert Tips

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FC Porto continued their winning start and also extended their clean sheet streak last weekend when they defeated Arouca 4-0 last weekend. The hosts struggled to convert their chances in the first half, but things changed quickly in the second, as they scored two goals in nine minutes to gain total control. This victory was accomplished despite the hosts playing with ten men as Martim Fernandes received his second booking of the game in the 52nd minute, following his intial booking in the 6th minute.

At the Estadio da Dragao, Francesco Farioli’s team have won their three league games. Alongside this, they are the only side yet to concede on home turf in the division. Extending these streaks rank high on their weekend list as they look to extend their lead on top of the Liga Portugal table.

Similarly, Benfica returned to winning ways last weekend following their 1-1 draw with Rio Ave, the weekend prior. The visitors found themselves on the backfoot Gil Vincente took the lead via Luis Esteves in the 11th minute. A left footed shot into the low centre and penalty goal from Vangelis Pavlidis in the 18th and 26th minute ensured that Benfica turned the situation very quickly.

Going into this game, Jose Mourinho’s men will ensure that they start games the way they want to end them as they can’t afford to start on the backfoot against an arch rival. Benfica have won their three league games on the road this season, scoring six goals, conceding one, while keeping two clean sheets. A win here would move them into second place on the table if Sporting CP drop points in their game against Braga.

FC Porto vs Benfica Prediction

Both teams head into this game on the back of a good form and high spirits. We back Porto to win because of their high attacking numbers and applaudable defensive displays. The hosts have scored the highest number of goals in the league so far (19), and have conceded the fewest (1). These give them an edge is what is expected to be a cagey affair.

Lastly, we anticipate a high-scoring result because Porto’s league games this season averaged 2.8 goals per game while Benfica’s league matches averaged 2.5 goals per game. To butress this pick, the last five meetings between these two giants averaged 4.6 goals per game. Hence, over 2.5 goals is highly probable.

Afolabi Ezekiel- October 2, 2025

FC Porto vs Benfica Betting Tips

FC Porto Win

OK

2.25 Odds

Over 2.5 Goals

OK

2.00 Odds