Benfica vs Braga Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half0 - 0
4
VAR - Goal Disallowed
goal was overturned by VAR
2nd Half2 - 2
46
Rafa
scored for Benfica
48
P. Victor
scored for Braga
56
L. Hornicek
was cautioned
57
L. Lelo
was cautioned
64
VAR - Goal Disallowed
goal was overturned by VAR
87
A. Dedic
was cautioned
88
Gorby
scored for Braga
90+3
V. Carvalho
was cautioned
90+5
V. Pavlidis (Penalty)
scored from the spot for Benfica
90+6
V. Gomez
was cautioned
On 11 May 2026, Benfica face Braga at Estadio da Luz with kickoff scheduled for . This Portugal Liga Portugal encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Benfica prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Braga tend to overload midfield areas.
Recent Form
Benfica
DDWWW
Braga
DDLWD
Benfica have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
In contrast, Braga are currently going through a difficult run of form. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
Recent Form Home/Away
Benfica (Home)
DWWWD
Braga (Away)
DLWWW
Benfica's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Braga's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Benfica
----+
Braga
---+-
Benfica are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Similarly, Braga have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Benfica (Home)
--++-
Braga (Away)
--++-
Benfica show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Braga show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Benfica
++++-
Braga
+-+-+
Benfica are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.
However, Braga's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Benfica (Home)
++-++
Braga (Away)
++--+
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Benfica.
Braga's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Benfica
+++++
Braga
+++++
Benfica have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Similarly, Braga show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Benfica (Home)
+++++
Braga (Away)
+++++
Benfica's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
There is little difference in Braga's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Joao Pedro Pinheiro
Venue: Estadio da Luz
Benfica vs Braga Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
3.32
xG
0.2
52
Ball Posession (%)
48
3
Big Chances
1
1
Cautions
4
24
Shots
5
8
Shots on Goal
2
8
Shots Blocked
2
16
Shots inside Box
2
8
Shots outside Box
3
0
Hit Woodwork
0
6
Fouls
11
8
Corner Kicks
2
28
Throw Ins
21
0
Saves
6
10
Free Kicks
6
2
Offsides
1
469
Passes Total
443
385
Passes Completed
354
158
Passes in the final 3rd Total
121
111
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
83
49
Touches in the Opposition Box
12
17
Tackles Total
16
15
Tackles Completed
9
7
Clearances
25
16
Crosses Total
4
6
Crosses Completed
2
8
Interceptions
10
Benfica vs Braga Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations