Estoril vs Benfica Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
Estoril welcome Benfica to Antonio Coimbra da Mota on 16 May 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Portugal Liga Portugal schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Estoril tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Benfica prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Recent Form
Estoril
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Benfica
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Estoril are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
In contrast, Benfica have been one of the most in-form sides lately, performing consistently at a high level. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.
Recent Form Home/Away
Estoril (Home)
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Benfica (Away)
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A clear home bias is evident in Estoril's recent performances.
There is little difference in Benfica's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Estoril
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Benfica
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Estoril have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
In contrast, Benfica's defensive record has been inconsistent, with clean sheets hard to come by. Concentration at the back will be key.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Estoril (Home)
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Benfica (Away)
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Estoril show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Benfica's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Estoril
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Benfica
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Estoril have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Similarly, Benfica's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Estoril (Home)
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Benfica (Away)
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Estoril's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Benfica's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Scoring Consistency
Estoril
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Benfica
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Estoril have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
In contrast, Benfica show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Estoril (Home)
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Benfica (Away)
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There is little difference in Estoril's scoring output across venues.
Benfica's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average Estoril scores 1.8 and concedes 1.4 goals in home matches, while Benfica averagely scores 1.9 and concedes 0.6 goals in away matches.
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Estoril vs Benfica Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average Estoril scores after every 7 shots, while Benfica gets averagely 9 shots in a game.
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Estoril vs Benfica Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Estoril fielded the below lineup in the last match against Famalicao: Turk; Ferro, Tsoungui, Bacher; Amaral, Holsgrove, Xeka, Sanchez; Carvalho, Guitane; Begraoui
In their last match against Moreirense starting lineup of Benfica was the following: Trubin; Dahl, Otamendi, Silva, Bah; Aursnes, Rios; Rafa, Barreiro, Lukebakio; Pavlidis
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