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Primeira LigaPrimeira Liga· Kick-off : Monday, October 26, 2026, 18:45 (UK time)

Santa Clara vs Benfica prediction: correct score and AI tips

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Match analysis

Primeira Liga, matchday 9: the Santa Clara vs Benfica match is scheduled on Monday, October 26, 2026 at 18:45 (UK time). It is a tight call: 31% for Santa Clara, 28% for the draw and 41% for Benfica.

Santa Clara are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws), scoring 8 and conceding 2. Over their last 5 matches, Benfica have 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 12 and conceding 4. Both sides come in with similar form. On average Santa Clara score 1.60 and concede 0.40 goals per game; Benfica score 2.40 and concede 0.80. In the table, Santa Clara sit 4th with 18 points from 8 games, Benfica 2nd with 19 points from 8. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Santa Clara have averaged 1.02 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.41 for Benfica.

In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Santa Clara, 1 for Benfica and 1 draw. The most recent ended Santa Clara 1-2 Benfica (Feb 13, 2026). Benfica: D. Banjaqui, E. Barrenechea and J. Kaminski. In double chance terms, "Santa Clara or draw" stands at 59%, "Benfica or draw" at 69% and "no draw" at 72%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

31%
Santa Clara (Win)
28%
Draw
41%
Benfica (Win)

Double chance

59%
Santa Clara or draw
69%
Benfica or draw
72%
No draw

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Santa Clara

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Oct 10, 2026Casa Pia · Primeira Liga1-0W
Sep 20, 2026SC Braga · Primeira Liga0-0D
Sep 13, 2026Arouca · Primeira Liga2-1W
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Aug 29, 2026Alverca · Primeira Liga1-1D

Benfica

DateOpponentScore
Oct 11, 2026Vitória SC · Primeira Liga2-0W
Sep 20, 2026FC Porto · Primeira Liga1-3L
Sep 16, 2026AC Milan · UEFA Europa League2-0W
Sep 13, 2026GIL Vicente · Primeira Liga3-1W
Sep 9, 2026Moreirense · Primeira Liga4-0W

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Santa Clara4188
Benfica2198

Head-to-head

DateScoreCompetition
Feb 13, 2026Santa Clara 1-2 BenficaPrimeira Liga
Sep 12, 2025Benfica 1-1 Santa ClaraPrimeira Liga

Out and doubtful

Santa Clara

No absences reported.

Benfica

  • D. Banjaqui (out)
  • E. Barrenechea (out)
  • J. Kaminski (out)

Most regular starters

Santa Clara

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • E. Fernandes5/5
  • G. Paciencia5/5
  • Guilherme Romao5/5
  • J. Tavares5/5
  • Lucas Franca5/5
  • P. Ferreira5/5
  • P. Pacheco5/5
  • T. Ribeiro5/5
  • Vinicius Lopes5/5
  • Brenner4/5
  • Lucas Soares4/5

Benfica

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Santa Clara vs Benfica prediction?

Our AI gives Santa Clara a 31% chance of winning, the draw 28% and Benfica 41%. Benfica are therefore slight favourites.

When and where is Santa Clara vs Benfica played?

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 18:45 (UK time), Primeira Liga, matchday 9.

What form are Santa Clara and Benfica in?

Santa Clara: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (8 scored, 2 conceded). Benfica: 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (12 scored, 4 conceded).

What is the head-to-head record between Santa Clara and Benfica?

In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Santa Clara, 1 for Benfica and 1 draw. The most recent ended Santa Clara 1-2 Benfica (Feb 13, 2026).

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