Benfica FC Barcelona match analysis
The stakes of the Benfica FC Barcelona match
Benfica must win to believe in the top 8 and is also fighting to secure its place in the top 24, synonymous with the play-offs. Already assured of being at least one of these 24 best teams, Barcelona has the opportunity to return to equal points with leader Liverpool and ensure direct qualification to the round of 16. No benefits at the level of motivation
State of form
Benfica is 2nd in its championship after its victory on Friday over Famalicao (4-0), a few days after lifting the League Cup and qualifying for the quarter-finals of the Portuguese Cup at the expense of Farense (1 -3). To talk about the Champions League, the Eagles, 15th in the ranking, are only one victory behind the top 8 and can still have ambition to secure direct qualification for the 8th finals. On the other hand, their last result is not favorable since they conceded a parity score to Bologna (0-0), a club without any victory in C1 and which only scored one small goal in the competition.
Opposite, Barça suffered in the league by losing its leading position after being nine points ahead of Real Madrid at the start of the season. The start of the calendar year was prolific for the Barcelonans who won the Spanish Super Cup against Real (2-5) after a demonstration, and who followed up with another brilliant victory, ahead of Betis (5 -1) to reach the quarter-finals of the Coupe du Roi. On the other hand, they have just dropped more points in La Liga. On Saturday, the Culers were jostled by Getafe (1-1). 3rd in Liga, they are 7 points behind Real, in the lead. In the Champions League, Hansi Flick’s men are doing well and are runners-up to Liverpool, three points behind. It must be said that missteps are rare with only one defeat conceded in the opening to Mnaco for 5 victories. Notably two successes against Bayern Munich (4-1) and the finalist of the last edition, Dortmund (2-3). A little thought for the Brestois who also fell to Barcelona in this league phase (3-0 victory). Small advantage Benfica on the form
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Squad for Benfica FC Barcelona
Benfica could see its experienced winger Di Maria, author of a goal and 2 assists in the C1 league phase, return to the group. Injured in the Portuguese Cup and absent last weekend, the former Parisian, always on the right foot, is uncertain this Tuesday. In any case, he is on the bench. In addition, the offensive Tiago Gouveia, injured for a while, and the midfielder Renato Sanches (also ex-PSG), prone to injuries, are on the flank. Should start this evening the Greek international Pavlidis (4 goals, 2 goals in the elite) or the Turkish international Kerem Akturkoglu (3 goals in the Champions League). Decisive in the last three matches, the usual replacement Schjelderup could have more playing time this Tuesday.
At Barça, dynamite Dani Olmo (5 goals in La Liga) is injured and absent, along with young midfielder Bernal and goalkeeper Ter Stegen, who is out for a long time. In defense, the holder Inigo Martinez is also absent but Christensen made his return this weekend in the league (on the bench against Getafe). Hansi Flick also called up Ansu Fati, whom he left out for the last few meetings. The two top scorers in the C1 are part of the Catalan ranks: Robert Lewandowski (7 goals) and Brazilian international Raphinha (6 goals + 3 assists). The latter being tied for 2nd with Guirassy. In the cages, the veteran Sczcesny is preferred to Inaki Pena for this match. FC Barcelona advantage on paper
Lineups for Benfica FC Barcelona
Benfica’s official line-up :
Trubin – Araujo, Otamendi, Antonio Silva, Carreras – Aursnes, Florentino Luis, Kokcu – Akturkoglu, Pavlidis, Schjelderup.
Absent : Gouveia, R. Sanches (injured).
Uncertain : Di Maria (expected return).
Trubin
Araujo
Otamendi
Silva
Racing
Aursnes
Luis
Kokcu
Akturkoğlu
Schjelderup
Pavlidis
Szczesny
- Stuck
Cube
Araujo
Bucket
Gavi
Married
Pedro
Yamal
Raphinha
Lewandowski
The official composition of FC Barcelona :
Szczesny – Kound, Cubarsi, Araujo, Baldé – Gavi, Casado, Pedri – Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha.
Absent : ter Stegen, Bernal, Olmo, Martinez (injured).
Uncertain : None.
The history of confrontations
The last time the two teams faced each other was during the 2021 Champions League group stage where Barcelona came out finishing 3rd behind Benfica and Bayern. At home, Benfica took the upper hand by winning clearly 3-0 before scrapping at Camp Nou on the return leg (0-0). Of the 8 oppositions between the two teams in history, the results still lean strongly towards the Catalan side with 3 victories against only 1 for Benfica.
What are the probabilities of the Benfica FC Barcelona prediction?
- Benfica’s victory against Barcelona has a probability of 21%.
- The draw between Benfica and Barça has a 27% chance of taking place according to the match odds.
- FC Barcelona’s victory has a probability of 52%.
Other parameters to take into account
The top eight in the rankings will go directly to the round of 16. The teams ranked from 9th to 24th place will play a play-off to reach the round of 16 and the other teams will be eliminated.
The key points of the Benfica FC Barcelona match
- Barcelona have not beaten Benfica in three direct matches (2 draws, 1 defeat).
- But out of the 8 oppositions between the two clubs, Barcelona holds the bar with 3 victories for only 1 defeat.
- Both teams have experienced a low point in the league in recent weeks.
- Benfica have already lost two games at home this season.
- Barcelona are almost impeccable so far in this Champions League.
- Barça seems above in terms of squad.
Predictions 1N2 of the match Benfica FC Barcelona
Very nice clash in perspective between two teams who like to play forward. There should be no shortage of goals. Slight advantage Barça all the same who have already won two shocks in C1 against Dortmund and Bayern and who could, at least, ensure to bring back at least 1 point from the Luz stadium this evening. Draw or win Barcelona
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A scorer prediction
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