Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Prediction Match Centre

Benfica U23

No standing data

3-3

Benfica U23
Win Probability 56%

20/05/2026 06:00

Santa Clara U23

No standing data

Portugal U23 Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 on 20 May 2026 (kick-off: 06:00) 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 your bet.

Benfica U23 will face Santa Clara U23 in Portugal U23 Cup on May 20, 2026 at 06:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.61.

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

06:00

2026-05-20

Benfica U23 vs Santa Clara U23 - Prediction & Odds

Benfica U23

Santa Clara U23

2026-05-20 06:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/05/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Benfica U23 and Santa Clara U23 in the Portugal U23 Cup football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

16/05/2026 12:00

Santa Clara U23

0 - 0

Benfica U23

POR U23 C

07/04/2026 07:00

Santa Clara U23

2 - 3

Benfica U23

Por U23

27/01/2026 07:00

Benfica U23

1 - 2

Santa Clara U23

Por U23

17/12/2025 09:00

Santa Clara U23

2 - 0

Benfica U23

Por U23

18/10/2025 08:00

Benfica U23

2 - 0

Santa Clara U23

Por U23

19/10/2024 06:00

Benfica U23

5 - 1

Santa Clara U23

Por U23

Santa Clara U23

50%

Draw

17%

Benfica U23

33%

Benfica U23 Last 6 matches

16/05/2026 12:00

Santa Clara U23 0 - 0 Benfica U23

POR U23 C

11/05/2026 11:00

Benfica U23 1 - 1 Braga U23

POR U23 C

28/04/2026 12:30

Benfica U23 1 - 2 Famalicao U23

Por U23

24/04/2026 11:00

Sporting Lisbon Sad U23 2 - 1 Benfica U23

Por U23

12/04/2026 06:00

Benfica U23 2 - 1 Leixoes U23

Por U23

07/04/2026 07:00

Santa Clara U23 2 - 3 Benfica U23

Por U23

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Santa Clara U23

16/05/2026 12:00

Santa Clara U23 0 - 0 Benfica U23

POR U23 C

11/05/2026 06:00

Academico Viseu U23 2 - 4 Santa Clara U23

POR U23 C

06/05/2026 07:00

Rio Ave U23 2 - 2 Santa Clara U23

POR U23 C

28/04/2026 12:30

Santa Clara U23 3 - 1 Sporting Lisbon Sad U23

Por U23

21/04/2026 06:00

Leixoes U23 3 - 1 Santa Clara U23

Por U23

14/04/2026 06:30

Santa Clara U23 1 - 2 Academico Viseu U23

Por U23

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Portugal U23 Cup

Played games

Benfica U23

Santa Clara U23

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored

Avg. per game

1.83

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.83

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (67%)1 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

Benfica U23

Recent matches

Santa Clara U23

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)5 1(17%)

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

/Yes

(67%)2 1(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(83%)5 1(17%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Benfica U23

Santa Clara U23

Shots

Benfica U23

Total shots

12.50 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Santa Clara U23

Total shots

11.80 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Benfica U23 Pass Santa Clara U23

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Benfica U23

Played games

Santa Clara U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.17

3.33

Corners

4.17

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Benfica U23

DISCIPLINARY

Santa Clara U23

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

2.67

1.00

0.17

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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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 20 May 2026 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 Cup 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 Cup 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 Cup standings and the Portugal U23 Cup 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 Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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