Primeira Liga· Kick-off : Sunday, November 8, 2026, 20:30 (UK time)
Estrela vs Benfica prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Primeira Liga, matchday 11: Estrela vs Benfica kicks off on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 20:30 (UK time). Our model makes Benfica clear favourites: a 85% chance of winning, against 9% for the draw and 6% for Estrela.
Estrela have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 5 and conceding 9. Benfica are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (5 wins, 0 draws), scoring 16 and conceding 4. Benfica therefore arrive in far better shape than Estrela. On average Estrela score 1.00 and concede 1.80 goals per game; Benfica score 3.20 and concede 0.80. In the table, Estrela sit 12th with 10 points from 9 games, Benfica 2nd with 22 points from 9. 10 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Estrela have averaged 1.67 xG (expected goals) per match, against 2.72 for Benfica.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Estrela, 2 for Benfica and 0 draws. The most recent ended Benfica 4-0 Estrela (Jan 25, 2026). In double chance terms, "Estrela or draw" stands at 15%, "Benfica or draw" at 94% and "no draw" at 91%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Estrela
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2026 | Casa Pia · Primeira Liga | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Fazendense · Taça de Portugal | 2-1 | W |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Arouca · Primeira Liga | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Academico Viseu · Primeira Liga | 0-2 | L |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Rio Ave · Primeira Liga | 3-3 | D |
Benfica
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2026 | GIL Vicente · Taça da Liga | 4-1 | W |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Santa Clara · Primeira Liga | 2-1 | W |
| Oct 22, 2026 | Omonia Nicosia · UEFA Europa League | 4-1 | W |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Celtic · UEFA Europa League | 4-1 | W |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Vitória SC · Primeira Liga | 2-0 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estrela | 12 | 10 | 9 |
| Benfica | 2 | 22 | 9 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2026 | Benfica 4-0 Estrela | Primeira Liga |
| Aug 16, 2025 | Estrela 0-1 Benfica | Primeira Liga |
Out and doubtful
Estrela
No absences reported.
Benfica
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Estrela
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- I. Stoica5/5
- L. Antonetti5/5
- S. Serra5/5
- A. Marcus4/5
- G. Doue4/5
- L. Zvonarek4/5
- Leo Linck4/5
- Luan Patrick4/5
- M. Scholze4/5
- Rafa Soares4/5
- S. Lekovic4/5
Benfica
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Bah4/5
- S. Dahl4/5
- A. Circati3/5
- A. Schjelderup3/5
- A. Trubin3/5
- C. Lenglet3/5
- F. Aursnes3/5
- G. Prestianni3/5
- Tomás Araújo3/5
- V. Pavlidis3/5
- C. Echeverri2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Estrela vs Benfica prediction?
Our AI gives Estrela a 6% chance of winning, the draw 9% and Benfica 85%. Benfica are therefore favourites.
When and where is Estrela vs Benfica played?
Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 20:30 (UK time), Primeira Liga, matchday 11.
What form are Estrela and Benfica in?
Estrela: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 9 conceded). Benfica: 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (16 scored, 4 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Estrela and Benfica?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Estrela, 2 for Benfica and 0 draws. The most recent ended Benfica 4-0 Estrela (Jan 25, 2026).
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