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Benfica - Santa Clara
Portugal Primeira Liga - Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica
* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
This Benfica vs Santa Clara prediction takes a look at the final game of the campaign which could see Benfica pick up the league title. The Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica is the location for this encounter on May 27.
Benfica vs Santa Clara – Best Predictions & Free Betting Tips
Benfica are coming into the encounter with a nervous finish to the season, as a 2-2 draw with Sporting CP has put them on the verge of being overthrown from the top spot by Porto in the final game of the campaign. Santa Clara boosted their hopes of finishing above the bottom with a 1-0 win over Portimonense.
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Both teams to score – yes
The potential for Santa Clara getting a goal and disrupting the plans of Benfica is quite high. Santa Clara have been able to get a goal in four out of the last five matches without exception. This Benfica vs Santa Clara prediction has witnessed Benfica showing plenty of nervous moments of late.
Total goals over 3.5
The Benfica vs Santa Clara betting tips would be in favour of a victory for Benfica but by a significant margin. Santa Clara have also been among the goals of late with three out of the last four matches involving the team producing more than 3.5 goals quite comfortably. Benfica are likely to come storming in order to get an early lead in the game which will help ease the nerves in the home setup.
Top H2H Stats, Recent Form, and Odds for Benfica vs Santa Clara Match
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
21/01/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Santa Clara
Benfica
0
3
12/02/22
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Benfica
Santa Clara
2
1
11/09/21
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Santa Clara
Benfica
0
5
26/04/21
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Benfica
Santa Clara
2
1
04/01/21
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Santa Clara
Benfica
1
1
Last Five - Benfica
27/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Santa Clara
Benfica
0
3
W
21/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Sporting
Benfica
2
2
D
13/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Portimonense
Benfica
1
5
W
06/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Braga
Benfica
0
1
W
29/04/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Gil Vicente
Benfica
0
2
W
Last Five - Santa Clara
27/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Benfica
Santa Clara
3
0
L
20/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Portimonense
Santa Clara
0
1
W
14/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Braga
Santa Clara
5
3
L
06/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Gil Vicente
Santa Clara
2
3
W
30/04/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal
Estoril
Santa Clara
3
0
L
These may be some of the best stats regarding the upcoming match between Benfica and Santa Clara. Now, let us take a look at the odds and probabilities for the game.
Benfica odds: 2/25 (1.08) – 92.6%
Draw odds: 9/1 (10.00) – 10%
Santa Clara odds: 28/1 (29.00) – 3.4%
The Benfica vs Santa Clara odds are very much in favour of a Benfica victory so much so that the odds are very low. However, one can find value in backing over 2.5 goals in the game. This is available at . There is also value in choosing both teams to score at .
Benfica vs Santa Clara: Team News, Line-Ups, & Form Analysis
Benfica:
Benfica are looking to seal the Portuguese Primeira Liga title knowing that destiny remains in the hands. If Benfica remain composed and pick up a victory in the final game of the campaign, they will finish ahead of Porto, who have staged a remarkable comeback in recent weeks. Manager Roger Schmidt has to contend with the absence of Antonio Silva due to suspension while Julian Draxler remains on the treatment table.
Predicted Line-Up:
Odisseas Vlachodimos, Fredrik Aursnes, Felipe Morato, Nicolas Otamendi, Alejandro Grimaldo, Joao Neves, Chiquinho, Joao Mario, Rafa Silva, David Neres Campos, Goncalo Ramos
Santa Clara:
Santa Clara will be looking to send off from the Primeira Liga on a high. Santa Clara can still finish above the bottom with a favourable set of results in the final game. The Benfica vs Santa Clara lineups from the visitors is still likely to feature a number of absentees given that Marco Pereira, Xavier Quintilla, and Tomás Domingos are missing due to injuries. Ricardinho comes into the game unavailable because of suspension.
Predicted Line-Up:
Gabriel Batista, Pierre Sagna, Ygor Nogueira, Ítalo, Matheus Araújo, Bruno Jordão, Adriano Firmino, Andrezinho, Bruno Almeida, Allano, Matheus Babi
Player to Watch: Goncalo Ramos
Goncalo Ramos has been the top performer for Benfica through the campaign and he is still with a shout to finish with 20 league goals for the campaign. His recent effort against Portimonense was his 18th league goal of the campaign. Even though he has been unable to produce a consistent return of goals over the last few months, Ramos still remains the best pick for the game.
Starting Line-Ups:
Starting lineups are usually released 60 minutes before kick-off.
Benfica
Santa Clara
Questions about Benfica vs Santa Clara
Where is the match scheduled? Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica
When does this match start? 27th May 2023 at 18:00 GMT
Which team is the favourite to win? Benfica’s