Europa League

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13 Aug 2026 18:45

Benfica

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Benfica to win 1.43

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Hearts vs Benfica Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/08/2026

Europa League · 3rd Qualifying Round

Our prediction

2: Benfica to win

1.43 on Stake · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 12 Aug 2026 at 20:49 · Odds are subject to change

Hearts vs Benfica Preview

Hearts welcome Benfica to Tynecastle Park for the second leg of this Europa League third qualifying round tie, knowing they face one of European football's heavyweight clubs. The Edinburgh side's recent form offers little encouragement, with consecutive defeats heading into this fixture. Tynecastle's famous atmosphere could prove a factor, but Hearts need a significant uplift in performance to trouble their Portuguese visitors across the aggregate.

Benfica arrive in Scotland carrying the pedigree of serial Primeira Liga contenders and regular participants in elite European competition. Their recent run shows three wins and two draws from five outings, a solid foundation that underlines their consistency. The Lisbon club's squad depth and tactical flexibility give them a clear edge in ties like this. With the away win priced at 1.43, the market reflects Benfica's superiority heading into this second leg.

Benfica's recent form tells a convincing story. The Portuguese giants have picked up three wins from their last five competitive outings, showing the kind of consistency you would expect from a club that regularly features in the latter stages of European competition. Hearts, by contrast, have lost their last two matches, a run that raises serious questions about their ability to contain Benfica's attacking quality on this stage.

The gap in squad depth and continental experience is the decisive factor behind backing an away win at 1.43. Benfica routinely rotate their squad across domestic and European campaigns without any noticeable dip in performance. Hearts, operating with a significantly smaller budget and thinner roster, will find it extremely difficult to sustain pressure across ninety minutes against opponents of this calibre at Tynecastle.

Given the first leg result from the Estadio da Luz, Benfica will arrive in Edinburgh with a clear tactical blueprint. Whether protecting a lead or chasing the tie, their technical superiority should prove telling. The Scottish side's passionate home support could spark early momentum, but Benfica possess the composure and quality to weather that storm and secure the result they need to progress comfortably.

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Trends to Know about Hearts vs Benfica

• Benfica's European pedigree dwarfs Hearts' record
• Hearts lost their last two matches
• Benfica won three of last five

How to Watch Hearts vs Benfica Match?

What time is Hearts vs Benfica?

Hearts vs Benfica kicks off at 19:45 local time on 13 August 2026 at Tynecastle Park.

Where is Hearts vs Benfica being played?

This match takes place at Tynecastle Park, the home ground of Hearts in Edinburgh, Scotland.

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

Broadcasting details for Hearts vs Benfica have not been officially confirmed at the time of writing.