Liga Portugal

Benfica

13 Sep 2026 18:00

Gil Vicente

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Benfica to win 1.12

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Benfica vs Gil Vicente Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/09/2026

Liga Portugal · 6

Our prediction

1: Benfica to win

1.12 on Betfred · Confidence High

Odds recorded on 11 Sep 2026 at 17:33 · Odds are subject to change

Benfica vs Gil Vicente Preview

Benfica arrive in superb fettle, sitting second in the Liga Portugal table after four consecutive wins and a draw from their last five outings. Marco Silva's side have been devastating in attack, averaging close to three goals per match while conceding fewer than one. Their most recent outing, a commanding 4-0 demolition of Moreirense, underlined the potency of their forward line, spearheaded by top scorer Vangelis Pavlidis, who has six league goals already.

Gil Vicente occupy seventh place but their recent form gives cause for concern, with two defeats in their last five fixtures. A limp 1-0 home loss to Académico de Viseu last time out exposed familiar frailties, and the visitors will be without Diogo Prioste, ineligible against his parent club. The head-to-head record is equally daunting: Gil Vicente have lost all five of their previous meetings with Benfica, scoring no goals in the process.

Benfica's home win at 1.12 looks the standout selection. The Eagles have been devastating, averaging 2.8 goals per match while conceding a miserly 0.6 across their last five Liga Portugal fixtures. Gil Vicente, by contrast, arrive off the back of a deflating 0-1 home defeat to Académico de Viseu and have lost all five of their previous meetings with Benfica.

The over 2.5 goals market at 1.48 carries genuine appeal. Marco Silva's side dismantled Moreirense 4-0 in their most recent outing, and with Vangelis Pavlidis leading the Liga Portugal scoring charts on six goals, the Greek striker poses a relentless threat. Gil Vicente's inability to score in their away losses further tilts the balance towards a comfortable home tally.

Both teams to score "No" at 1.50 rounds off the value picks. Gil Vicente have drawn a blank in their two recent defeats, and Diogo Prioste's ineligibility against his parent club weakens their attacking options further. Benfica's defensive solidity, conceding fewer than one goal per match on average, suggests the visitors will struggle to find the net at the Estádio da Luz. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Benfica vs Gil Vicente

• Benfica unbeaten in last five league matches
• Gil Vicente scoreless in last two away fixtures
• Pavlidis leads Liga Portugal with six goals

Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1, setting the stage for a mirror-image tactical contest at the Estádio da Luz. João Palhinha and Leandro Barreiro form a composed double pivot for Benfica, offering the platform for Rafa Silva to operate freely in the number ten role behind Vangelis Pavlidis.

Gil Vicente's structure is equally disciplined, with Zé Carlos and Andreas Lausen tasked with shielding a back four against a Benfica attack that carries genuine width and pace. How Joelson Fernandes performs on the counter could prove the most intriguing subplot of the afternoon.

How to Watch Benfica vs Gil Vicente Match?

What time is Benfica vs Gil Vicente?

Benfica host Gil Vicente on Saturday 13 September 2026, with kickoff at 18:00 BST.

Where is Benfica vs Gil Vicente being played?

This fixture takes place at the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Lisbon.

How Can I Watch Benfica vs Gil Vicente on TV and Live Stream?

Check your local listings for broadcast details, as coverage varies by region. Odds correct at time of publication.