Liga Portugal

Moreirense

09 Sep 2026 20:45

Benfica

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Benfica to win 1.17

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Moreirense vs Benfica Predictions, Picks & Odds – 09/09/2026

Liga Portugal · 3

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2: Benfica to win

1.17 on Stake · Confidence High

Odds recorded on 08 Sep 2026 at 12:25 · Odds are subject to change

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Moreirense sit 11th in the Liga Portugal table, and their recent form tells the story of a side struggling to find any rhythm. Two wins, two draws, and two losses from their last six outings paint a picture of inconsistency, with the hosts averaging just one goal scored per match while conceding at a rate of nearly 1.67. Their home record against Benfica is particularly grim, with no victory in their last six such encounters.

Benfica, placed fifth but brimming with momentum, arrive unbeaten in their last six across all competitions. Marco Silva's side have been devastating in attack, netting 28 goals in eight Liga Portugal matches this season. Four wins and a draw from their last five fixtures underline their quality, and their prolific output of three goals per game makes them favourites at 1.17 to collect all three points at Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas.

Benfica's away win at 1.17 stands as the headline selection for this fixture, and the reasoning is straightforward. The Eagles have been devastating in the 2026-27 campaign, netting 28 goals across eight matches while remaining unbeaten in their last six outings. Four wins and two draws in that stretch, coupled with an average of three goals per game, underline their attacking potency under Marco Silva.

Moreirense's record against Benfica at the Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas offers little cause for home optimism. The hosts have failed to win any of their last six encounters with Benfica on this ground. More telling still, Benfica have won by two or more goals in two of their last three visits here, suggesting a comfortable margin is well within reach.

The contrast in defensive solidity seals the argument. Moreirense have conceded at a rate of 1.67 goals per match across their recent six-game sample, while managing just one goal scored per outing. Benfica's offensive machine, averaging three goals a game, should exploit those vulnerabilities. Backing the visitors at 1.17 reflects the form, the head-to-head trend, and the sheer gulf in quality between these two squads.

Trends to Know about Moreirense vs Benfica

• Benfica unbeaten in last six matches
• Moreirense average 1.67 goals conceded
• Benfica scored 28 goals in eight

A 4-3-3 versus 4-2-3-1 contest shapes up at Moreira de Cónegos, with Moreirense's compact midfield trio tasked with disrupting Benfica's double pivot. Georgiy Sudakov operating in the number ten role is the creative hinge Bruno Lage's side will lean on to unlock a disciplined home defensive block.

Both lineups carry probable status, though Benfica's XI is backed by two credible sources against Moreirense's single Forebet projection, so a degree of caution around the home side's exact shape is warranted. Vangelis Pavlidis leads the Lisbon attack and will be the focal point to watch as Benfica look to make an early statement in Liga Portugal.

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What time is Moreirense vs Benfica?

Moreirense host Benfica on 9 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 20:45 local time.

Where is Moreirense vs Benfica being played?

This match takes place at the Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas in Moreira de Cónegos.

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