Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – October 18

Benfica U23

D D W W L

1st place in Group B

2-0

18/10/2025 08:00

Santa Clara U23

L W W W L

2nd place in Group B

Portugal U23

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 on October 18, 2025 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 preview before placing for you.

Benfica U23 are currently 1st with 35 points after 16 matches.
Santa Clara U23 sit 2nd with 31 points from 16 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Benfica U23 to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Benfica U23 and Santa Clara U23 have each won 2 of the last 5 meetings, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

08:00

2025-10-18

Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 - Prediction & Odds

Benfica U23

Santa Clara U23

2025-10-18 08:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2025

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Gil Vicente U23	37	16	12	1	3	35	21	14
02 Rio Ave U23	33	16	11	0	5	25	16	9
03 Farense U23	27	16	8	3	5	22	17	5
04 Estoril U23	25	16	7	4	5	21	18	3
05 Estrela FC U23	19	16	5	4	7	18	16	2
06 Uniao Leiria U23	18	16	5	3	8	24	26	-2
07 Vizela U23	18	16	5	3	8	20	31	-11
08 Maritimo U23	17	16	5	2	9	17	25	-8
09 Portimonense U23	11	16	3	2	11	21	33	-12

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Academico Viseu U23	26	14	7	5	2	29	16	13
02 Leixoes U23	25	14	6	7	1	28	17	11
03 Famalicao U23	23	14	7	2	5	30	19	11
04 Braga U23	23	14	6	5	3	24	22	2
05 Gil Vicente U23	17	14	4	5	5	17	18	-1
06 Rio Ave U23	15	14	4	3	7	19	25	-6
07 Vizela U23	14	14	4	2	8	16	27	-11
08 Maritimo U23	9	14	2	3	9	13	32	-19

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Benfica U23	35	16	11	2	3	27	15	12
02 Santa Clara U23	31	16	10	1	5	21	14	7
03 Torreense U23	30	16	10	0	6	25	16	9
04 Sporting Lisbon Sad U23	27	16	8	3	5	28	14	14
05 Farense U23	25	16	8	1	7	19	18	1
06 Uniao Leiria U23	17	16	4	5	7	17	23	-6
07 Portimonense U23	16	16	5	1	10	13	23	-10
08 Estrela FC U23	14	16	3	5	8	17	28	-11
09 Estoril U23	9	16	1	6	9	15	31	-16

Championship Round	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Academico Viseu U23	32	14	10	2	2	18	8	10
02 Famalicao U23	31	14	9	4	1	32	19	13
03 Torreense U23	24	14	7	3	4	19	13	6
04 Benfica U23	18	14	6	0	8	24	28	-4
05 Braga U23	17	14	5	2	7	20	24	-4
06 Santa Clara U23	14	14	4	2	8	20	23	-3
07 Leixoes U23	14	14	3	5	6	20	24	-4
08 Sporting Lisbon Sad U23	8	14	2	2	10	15	29	-14

Head To Head

19/10/2024 06:00

Benfica U23

5 - 1

Santa Clara U23

Por U23

06/08/2024 07:00

Santa Clara U23

1 - 0

Benfica U23

Por U23

06/05/2024 07:00

Santa Clara U23

2 - 2

Benfica U23

POR U23 C

25/11/2023 07:00

Benfica U23

4 - 1

Santa Clara U23

Por U23

29/08/2023 07:00

Santa Clara U23

3 - 1

Benfica U23

Por U23

Benfica U23

40%

Draw

20%

Santa Clara U23

40%

Benfica U23 Last 6 matches

13/10/2025 06:00

Farense U23 2 - 1 Benfica U23 Por U23

05/10/2025 06:00

Sporting Lisbon Sad U23 0 - 1 Benfica U23 Por U23

24/09/2025 06:00

Portimonense U23 1 - 2 Benfica U23 Por U23

20/09/2025 11:00

Benfica U23 1 - 0 Torreense U23 Por U23

13/09/2025 06:00

Benfica U23 4 - 1 Estrela FC U23 Por U23

31/08/2025 10:00

Benfica U23 2 - 1 Farense U23 Por U23

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Santa Clara U23

13/10/2025 08:00

Santa Clara U23 1 - 1 Estoril U23 Por U23

30/09/2025 07:00

Santa Clara U23 1 - 0 Portimonense U23 Por U23

23/09/2025 06:00

Estrela FC U23 0 - 1 Santa Clara U23 Por U23

16/09/2025 07:00

Santa Clara U23 1 - 2 Uniao Leiria U23 Por U23

09/09/2025 07:00

Santa Clara U23 2 - 0 Torreense U23 Por U23

26/08/2025 06:00

Sporting Lisbon Sad U23 0 - 1 Santa Clara U23 Por U23

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Portugal U23

Played games

Benfica U23

187

Santa Clara U23

Goals

Scored

367

Avg. per game

1.96

Conceded

253

Avg. per game

1.35

Scored

132

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

138

Avg. per game

1.47

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 187 matches

YesNo

157 (84%)30 (16%)

In last 187 matches

NoYes

71 (76%)23 (24%)

Benfica U23

Recent matches

Santa Clara U23

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(69%)31 14(31%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Benfica U23

Santa Clara U23

Shots

Benfica U23

Total shots

12.15 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Santa Clara U23

Total shots

9.21 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Benfica U23 Pass Santa Clara U23

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Benfica U23

187

Played games

Santa Clara U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.23

5.64

1054

Corners

395

4.20

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.18

Offsides

0.30

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Benfica U23

DISCIPLINARY

Santa Clara U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.96

366

250

2.66

0.12

0.11

0.78

146

Fouls

205

2.18

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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Sporting Lisbon Sad U23

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How We Build the Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 on 18 October 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Portugal U23 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Benfica U23's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Santa Clara U23's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Portugal U23 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Portugal U23 standings and the Portugal U23 form table to understand exactly where Benfica U23 and Santa Clara U23 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Portugal U23 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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