Benfica vs Estoril: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 January

Betiball's prediction for Benfica vs Estoril on 03 January 2026 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Benfica vs Estoril preview before placing your bet.

Benfica vs Estoril: Starting Lineups Time : 03/01/2026 14:00

Benfica
3 - 1
Finished
Estoril
90+1' event Joao Rego / Leandro Barreiro Martins
87' event Franjo Ivanovic / Vangelis Pavlidis
80' event Vangelis Pavlidis
77' event Sidny Lopes Cabral / Gianluca Prestianni
77' event Fredrik Aursnes / Georgiy Sudakov
45+1' event Vangelis Pavlidis
34' event Vangelis Pavlidis
31' event Nicolas Hernan Gonzalo Otamendi Penalty awarded
event 87' Tiago Parente
event 78' Tiago Parente / Pedro Amaral
event 77' Luis Miguel Afonso Fernandes Pizzi / Alejandro Orellana Gomez
event 69' Felix Bacher
event 66' Fabricio Garcia Andrade / Alejandro Marques
event 59' Antef Tsoungui / Ricard Sanchez Sendra
event 45+2' Joao Antonio Antunes Carvalho
90+1' event Joao Rego / Leandro Barreiro Martins
event 87' Tiago Parente
87' event Franjo Ivanovic / Vangelis Pavlidis
event 78' Tiago Parente / Pedro Amaral
80' event Vangelis Pavlidis
event 77' Luis Miguel Afonso Fernandes Pizzi / Alejandro Orellana Gomez
77' event Sidny Lopes Cabral / Gianluca Prestianni
event 69' Felix Bacher
77' event Fredrik Aursnes / Georgiy Sudakov
event 66' Fabricio Garcia Andrade / Alejandro Marques
45+1' event Vangelis Pavlidis
event 59' Antef Tsoungui / Ricard Sanchez Sendra
34' event Vangelis Pavlidis
event 45+2' Joao Antonio Antunes Carvalho
31' event Nicolas Hernan Gonzalo Otamendi Penalty awarded
Benfica Benfica
Substitutions
#9 Franjo Ivanovic
#15 Sidny Lopes Cabral
#8 Fredrik Aursnes
#84 Joao Rego
#21 Andreas Schjelderup
#86 Diogo Ferreira Prioste
#50 Diogo Ferreira
#3 Rafael Obrador
#62 Jose Neto
Benfica Benfica Estoril Estoril
20Shots9
3Shots on Goal4
12Fouls15
7Corner Kick3
14Free kick12
2Offside0
0Yellow card2
28Aerial28
3Save1
20Successful Tackles15
11Interceptions16
19Long pass18
1Assist1
4Successful center1
7Shots off goal3
12Head Success16
10Blocked2
15Tackle9
10Dribbles12
11Throw-in10
417Passes400
100Attacks85
62Dangerous attacks35
5Corner Kicks(HT)2
3BigChances3
0BigChancesMissed3
13ShotsInsideBox6
7ShotsOutsideBox3
55DuelsWon55
2.32ExpectedGoals0.83
1.11xGOpenPlay0.78
1.53xGNonPenalty0.83
1.93xGOT1.63
29Touches In Opposition Box18
14AccurateCrosses9
43GroundDuelsWon39
12AerialDuelsWon16
13Clearances30
Estoril Estoril
Substitutions
#17 Fabricio Garcia Andrade
#21 Luis Miguel Afonso Fernandes Pizzi
#5 Antef Tsoungui
#55 Tiago Parente
#7 Nodar Lominadze
#22 Pedro Carvalho
#4 Francisco Reis Ferreira, Ferro
#16 Martin Turk
#70 Peixinho
Commentary
90+1' Benfica — substitution: Joao Rego / Leandro Barreiro Martins
87' Benfica — substitution: Franjo Ivanovic / Vangelis Pavlidis
87' Tiago Parente - Estoril receive a yellow card
80' Goal! Vangelis Pavlidis - Benfica
78' Estoril — substitution: Tiago Parente / Pedro Amaral
77' Benfica — substitution: Sidny Lopes Cabral / Gianluca Prestianni
77' Benfica — substitution: Fredrik Aursnes / Georgiy Sudakov
77' Estoril — substitution: Luis Miguel Afonso Fernandes Pizzi / Alejandro Orellana Gomez
69' Felix Bacher - Estoril receive a yellow card
66' Estoril — substitution: Fabricio Garcia Andrade / Alejandro Marques
59' Estoril — substitution: Antef Tsoungui / Ricard Sanchez Sendra
45+2' Goal! Joao Antonio Antunes Carvalho - Estoril
45+1' Goal! Vangelis Pavlidis - Benfica
34' Penalty scored! Vangelis Pavlidis - Benfica
31' VAR review - Benfica

How We Build the Benfica vs Estoril Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Benfica vs Estoril on 03 January 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 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 vs Estoril Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Benfica's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Estoril'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Benfica and Estoril sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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