Arouca vs Benfica

Arouca
w l w l l
1 - 2
2.65
xG
2.09
Full Time
Benfica
l w l w d
I. Barbero
7'
R. Ríos
50'
F. Ivanovic
90'+6'
Predictions
Stats
Odds
Predictions

Double chance : draw or Benfica

Arouca is coming into this match in very poor shape, having lost their last five games in a row. Benfica's recent form has been mixed, with a couple of wins, losses, and a draw in their last few outings.

Looking at recent meetings between these two, the matches have often been very one-sided with many goals, including a heavy win for Benfica earlier this season. Given Arouca's current struggles and Benfica's strong history in this fixture, Benfica is likely to win this game.

Last Updated: 12 Mar 2026 07:22 PM
starting lineups
6.9
 
I. De Arruabarrena
 
B. Kuipers
 
J. Fontan
6.2
 
J. Sanchez
 
D. Monteiro
 
T. Fukui
 
E. van Ee
 
N. Djouahra
6.7
 
H. Lee
6.5
 
A. Trezza
6.2
 
I. Barbero
7.7
 
A. Trubin
 
S. Dahl
7
 
António Silva
 
T. Araujo
 
A. Bah
7.6
 
R. Ríos
 
L. Barreiro
 
A. Schjelderup
 
Rafa Silva
 
D. Lukebakio
6
 
Vangelis Pavlidis
field field
substitutes
Substitutes for Arouca
P. Gozalbez
70' Out: H. Lee
70
Puche
' Out: N. Djouahra
75
J. Silva
' Out: D. Monteiro
75
D. Nandin
79' Out: I. Barbero
79
B. Popovic
79' Out: J. Sanchez
79
Substitutes for Benfica
A. Dedic
' Out: A. Bah
73
F. Ivanovic
74' Out: António Silva
74
G. Sudakov
' Out: Rafa Silva
74
G. Prestianni
' Out: D. Lukebakio
74
A. Cabral
' Out: A. Schjelderup
85
statistics
39 Ball Possession 61
1 Goals 2
2.65 Expected Goals 2.09
match facts

REFEREE

J. Bessa

STADIUM

Estádio Municipal de Arouca

LOCATION

Arouca

  • Benfica have won 5 of the last 9 meetings against Arouca.
  • Arouca are on a 5-match losing streak in the league.
  • Benfica's last 5 matches show mixed form: 2 wins, 2 losses, 1 draw.
  • The last meeting in October 2025 ended in a heavy 5-0 win for Benfica.
  • Benfica averages over 2 goals per game this season.
  • Arouca averages just 1.15 goals per game.
  • Benfica typically dominates possession with an average of 57.6%.
  • Statistical models heavily favor Benfica, with a 75.8% total win probability.
  • Head-to-head history gives Benfica a 93% probability advantage.
  • The most common prediction advice is a double chance: draw or Benfica.
  • The match takes place at the Estádio Municipal de Arouca.
  • Bookmakers offer very short odds (1.07) for Benfica or Draw.
Last Updated: 12 Mar 2026 07:22 PM
head to head team stats
Total
Per Match
25 Corners 63
128 Fouls 107
11 Offsides 45
73 Shots 161
23 Shots on Goal 64
25 Yellow Cards 21
3 Red Cards 1
3 Goals 30
30 Goals Conceded 3
0 Clean Sheets 8
primeira liga standings
#
Team
PL
W
D
L
GD
PTS
#3
29
20
9
0
43
69
#12
29
9
5
15
-21
32