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Moreirense
09 Sep 2026 20:45
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Moreirense vs Benfica Predictions, Picks & Odds – 09/09/2026

Liga Portugal · 3
09 Sep 2026 Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas Louis Hecq

Moreirense vs Benfica – Best bets of the match

Our prediction
2: Benfica to win
1.14 on Betfred · Confidence High
Odds recorded on 07 Sep 2026 at 23:47 · Odds are subject to change
Competition: Liga Portugal
Stage: Regular Season, 3
Date: 09 Sep 2026
Time: 20:45 BST
Stadium: Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas

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Moreirense sit eleventh in the Liga Portugal standings, and their recent form tells the story of a side struggling to find any rhythm. Two wins, two draws, and two defeats from their last six outings paint a picture of inconsistency, with the hosts averaging just one goal scored while shipping close to two per match. Their home record against Benfica offers little encouragement either, having failed to win any of their last six meetings at this venue.

Benfica arrive in formidable shape under Marco Silva, unbeaten in their last six across all competitions with four wins and two draws. The Eagles have been devastating in attack, plundering 28 goals in eight league matches this season. Fifth in the table but very much in the title conversation, they secured Europa League qualification and continue to average three goals per match. That relentless firepower makes them a daunting proposition for any mid-table opponent.

Benfica's away record this season is remarkable. Four wins and a draw from their last five on the road, combined with an average of three goals per match, underline the visitors' potency. Marco Silva's side have already plundered 28 goals in eight league outings, a rate that few defences in Portugal can withstand. The away win at 1.14 reflects that dominance.

Moreirense's home struggles against Benfica make this pick all the more compelling. The hosts have failed to win any of their last six encounters with the Eagles at the Estádio Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas, and Benfica have won by two or more goals in two of their last three visits here.

Defensively, Moreirense concede an average of 1.67 goals per match across their recent fixtures, while managing just one scored. Against a Benfica attack averaging 3 goals per outing, that imbalance looks stark. The visitors' unbeaten run of six matches, featuring four victories and two draws, points firmly towards an away win.

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Trends to Know about Moreirense vs Benfica

  • Benfica unbeaten in last six matches
  • 28 goals scored in eight league outings
  • Moreirense winless in six home meetings

Form & Statistics: Moreirense vs Benfica

Moreirense

Recent form

LWLDL
Wins1/5 (20%)
Draws1/5 (20%)
Losses3/5 (60%)

Season statistics (5)

2.6Total goals
49%Both teams score
1.1Goals scored
1.5Goals conceded

Benfica

Recent form

WWWWW
Wins5/5 (100%)
Draws0/5 (0%)
Losses0/5 (0%)

Season statistics (5)

4.1Total goals
71%Both teams score
3.1Goals scored
1Goals conceded
StatisticMoreirenseBenfica
Last 5 results1W 1D 3L·5W
Avg goals scored1.1·3.1
Avg goals conceded1.5·1.0
Under 2.5 (last 5)2/5·0/5
H2H, last 4 meetings0 Moreirense · 1 Draws · 3 Benfica
Probable lineup

Lineups: Moreirense vs Benfica

Moreirense

4-3-3
  1. 1 André Ferreira
  2. 2 Gilberto Dambi Batista
  3. 3 Francisco Miguel Teixeira Domingues
  4. 4 Leandro Santos
  5. 5 Kevyn Monteiro
  6. 6 Nile John
  7. 7 Guilherme Liberato Tomas de Aquino
  8. 8 Rodrigo Alonso Martín
  9. 9 Landerson
  10. 10 Afonso Vieira
  11. 11 Alexandre Parsemain

Benfica

4-2-3-1
  1. 1 Samuel Soares
  2. 2 Alexander Bah
  3. 3 Clément Lenglet
  4. 4 Tomás Araújo
  5. 5 Samuel Dahl
  6. 6 Enzo Barrenechea
  7. 7 Leandro Barreiro
  8. 8 Georgiy Sudakov
  9. 9 Rafa Silva
  10. 10 Vangelis Pavlidis
  • Gianluca Prestianni (suspended)
  • Gonçalo Oliveira (injury)
  • Jaden Umeh (Right thigh injury)

Medium confidence

A 4-3-3 against a 4-2-3-1 shapes up as the tactical contest here, with Moreirense's compact midfield trio tasked with disrupting Benfica's more layered structure. Georgiy Sudakov operating behind the striker will be central to how the visitors build through the lines at Moreira de Cónegos.

Moreirense's probable XI carries a degree of uncertainty, sourced from a single outlet several days before kickoff, whereas Benfica's shape is corroborated across multiple credible sources. That confidence gap is worth bearing in mind, though the hosts' 4-3-3 framework at least gives a clear sense of how they intend to press and contain Vangelis Pavlidis.

Moreirense vs Benfica: Head-to-Head

Moreirense 0 % Draws 25 % Benfica 75 %

Average statistics (recent meetings)

4Total goals
75%Both teams score
2Home goals
2Away goals
75%Over 2.5 goals
25%Under 2.5 goals

How to Watch Moreirense vs Benfica Match?

What time is Moreirense vs Benfica?

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

Where is Moreirense vs Benfica being played?

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

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

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