Match Analysis: Benfica vs Santa Clara – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-12
- Time: 7:15 PM UTC
- Location: Estádio da Luz, Lisbon, Portugal
Game Overview
Benfica, currently 4th in Primeira Liga, hosts Santa Clara, ranked 10th, in a match widely expected to favor Benfica. Benfica has demonstrated strong home form, losing only once in their last 27 league home matches, while Santa Clara struggles offensively and defensively this season. Benfica is on a 3-0-0 start with 9 points, showcasing solid attacking prowess, often scoring multiple goals per game. Santa Clara recently had mixed results in domestic and Europa Conference League matches but have scored only twice in their last five games. Historical encounters support Benfica's dominance, as they remain unbeaten (8 wins, 1 draw) in the last nine meetings against Santa Clara.
Key Factors to Consider
- Benfica shows exceptional home form with 24 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 loss in their last 27 league home games. They scored 3 goals in their first home game of 2025/26 and have a high rate of matches with over 2.5 goals scored. Santa Clara has had more inconsistent results recently, scoring 2 goals in their last 5 matches and conceding multiple goals frequently.
- Benfica is unbeaten in the last 9 meetings against Santa Clara, with 8 wins and 1 draw. Moreover, Benfica scored three or more goals in three of their last four encounters versus Santa Clara, reinforcing a historical dominance.
- No specific data available on current injuries for either team from the search results.
- The game is played at Benfica’s home stadium, Estádio da Luz, a venue with a strong home advantage. There are no noted weather or other environmental factors affecting the game.
- Benfica seeks to maintain their winning momentum and consolidate a top position early in the season. Santa Clara aims to improve their league standing but face a tough away challenge against a strong Benfica side.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Benfica: -410, Santa Clara: 1000, Draw: 475 | Benfica win | ★★★★☆ 85% |
| Spread | Benfica -1.75: 100, Santa Clara +1.75: -120 | Benfica to cover -1.75 spread | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Over/under | Over 2.75: -105, Under 2.75: -115 | Over 2.75 goals | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Benfica -8% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 2.75 27% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2.75 at 27% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 28.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Benfica to win with a strong probability, likely with multiple goals scored given their offensive form and historical dominance over Santa Clara.
Predicted Score: 3-0