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On Sunday, December 29, 2024, Sporting CP will host SL Benfica at the Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon for a highly anticipated matchday 16 Primeira Liga encounter. This Lisbon derby, called “Derbi de Lisboa”, is one of the most important matches in Portuguese football, with only a point difference between the two teams. At stake: first place in the standings and local supremacy, promising an intense match rich in emotions.
Match Details: Sporting CP vs. SL Benfica
- Date and time: Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 9:30 p.m. WET
- Lieu : José Alvalade Stadium, Lisbonne
- Competition: Primeira Liga, matchday 16
- Referee: Fabio Jose Costa Very true
Current Primeira Liga standings
| Team | Position | Victories | Dummies | Defeats | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sporting | 2e | 12 | 1 | 2 | 37 |
| Benfica | 1er | 12 | 2 | 1 | 38 |
Recent head to head results: Sporting CP vs. Benfica
| Date | Team A | Score | Team B |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2024 | Sporting | 2-1 | Benfica |
| 02/04/2024 | Benfica | 2-2 | Sporting |
| 29/02/2024 | Sporting | 2-1 | Benfica |
Sporting CP enter this encounter under new management, with Rui Borges taking the reins following the dismissal of João Pereira following a series of disappointing results. Meanwhile, Primeira Liga leaders Benfica have shown great consistency this season. Their combination of offensive power and defensive solidity is the key to their dominance. A victory in this highly anticipated derby would not only consolidate their lead, but also inflict a significant psychological blow on their capital rivals. The match will be broadcast live on beIN Sports 2.
