S.L. Benfica vs. S.C. Braga Prediction on January 4, 2025

Match info

An intriguing 17th matchday of the 2024–25 Liga Portugal Betclic is anticipated when S.L. Benfica and S.C. Braga square off at Benfica’s Estádio da Luz, with a kick-off at 6 p.m. local time on Saturday, January 4. You’ve come to the right website if you’re looking for the prediction of the matchup of the two Portuguese men’s football championship title contenders since we’ve put up a summary that includes some important pre-match information that may influence your wagers, along with the best odds on Portugal betting sites.

Because of their excellent home record and season-long play, bookmakers are certain that Benfica will win this match. They are 1.45 on Optibet for moneyline. Braga are 6.64, while the draw is 4.70.

Meeting statistics

The current form of S.L. Benfica

With a more than positive record of 38 points from 16 games—12 victories, 2 draws, and two losses—Benfica are currently securely positioned in third place in the league rankings. Their 37:9 goal differential shows how potent they are in the attack, while at home, they are especially good, winning all eight games.

In their next matchup, Benfica will want to defeat Braga once more. “As Águias” (the Eagles) showed off their skills, especially in that most recent matchup, when they had 62% of the ball and fired 22 shots on goal, six of which were on target. Benfica scored goals through Marcos Leonardo (71’), David Neres (85’), who was assisted by Ángel Di María, and Marcos Leonardo again (90’), who was assisted by Orkun Kökçü.

The current form of S.C. Braga

Braga, with 28 points after 16 games, are in fourth position, well behind Benfica. They have a goal differential of 28:18 with a record of eight wins, four draws, and four losses. Their home record isn’t what’s of our interest now, but their road record is. And it’s nearly flawless: five wins, one draw, and one loss—reflecting they are a difficult rival for any home team in the league.

This next matchup is made more intriguing by the fact that Benfica, as said, won their last direct meeting between these two teams by a resounding 3-1 score. “Os Arcebispos” (the Archbishops) will be focused on redeeming themselves in this important match in order to cut a gap they have behind Benfica a bit this time. Braga demonstrated everything but their skill during that game by controlling just 38% of the ball but launching 11 shots on goal, seven of which were on target. With the assist from Álvaro Djaló, Ricardo Horta scored the goal for Braga in the 28th minute.

Head-to-head

A review of their prior five meetings indicates a clear trend in favor of Benfica. In head-to-head matches during that time, Benfica had won four of them while one ended in a draw.

Match analytics

As they move through the second half of the season, both teams will be eager to earn important points. Braga want to recover from their unexpected 1-2 loss at home to Casa Pia, while Benfica will try to recover from their 0-1 setback to Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga classic. Fans at Estádio da Luz can anticipate an intensely competitive game full of individual skill and tactical subtleties as both teams get ready for this match.

We think that both clubs will score in this game and Benfica will win. This prediction relies on Benfica’s offensive strength and Braga’s propensity to score goals away from home.

Tip: FT 1X2 & Both Teams To Score – Benfica & Yes, with odds of 2.87 on Zulabet.