Benfica vs Sporting Braga: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 January

Benfica
LLWWD
No standing data
1
3-0
FT
08/01/2025 15:45
Sporting Braga
WLWDL
No standing data
Portugal League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on 08 January 2025 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Benfica vs Sporting Braga preview before placing your bet.

  • Benfica will face Sporting Braga in Portugal League Cup on January 8, 2025 at 15:45.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.48.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
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2025-01-08

Benfica vs Sporting Braga - Prediction & Odds

Benfica
Benfica
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
2025-01-08 15:45
60
21
19
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
3.00
1.48
FT
3-0 3-0
-
weather
15℃～16℃
STANDINGS UP TO 08/01/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Benfica and Sporting Braga in the Portugal League Cup football standings for the 2024-2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
04/01/2025 14:00
Benfica Benfica
1 - 2
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR D1
27/04/2024 13:00
Benfica Benfica
3 - 1
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR D1
10/01/2024 16:45
Benfica Benfica
3 - 2
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR CN
17/12/2023 16:30
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
0 - 1
Benfica Benfica
POR D1
06/05/2023 15:30
Benfica Benfica
1 - 0
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR D1
09/02/2023 16:30
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
1 - 1
Benfica Benfica
POR CN
Benfica
3
50%
Draw
1
17%
Sporting Braga
2
33%
Benfica Benfica Last 6 matches
04/01/2025 14:00
Benfica 1 - 2 Sporting Braga
POR D1
29/12/2024 16:30
Sporting CP 1 - 0 Benfica
POR D1
23/12/2024 14:45
Benfica 3 - 0 Estoril
POR D1
19/12/2024 13:00
Nacional da Madeira 0 - 2 Benfica
POR D1
15/12/2024 14:00
AVS Futebol SAD 1 - 1 Benfica
POR D1
11/12/2024 16:00
Benfica 0 - 0 Bologna
UEFA CL
Win
33%
Draw
33%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
04/01/2025 14:00
Benfica 1 - 2 Sporting Braga
POR D1
29/12/2024 14:00
Sporting Braga 1 - 2 Casa Pia AC
POR D1
22/12/2024 13:00
Santa Clara 0 - 2 Sporting Braga
POR D1
16/12/2024 14:45
Sporting Braga 3 - 3 FC Famalicao
POR D1
12/12/2024 13:45
AS Roma 3 - 0 Sporting Braga
UEFA EL
06/12/2024 16:15
Sporting Braga 2 - 2 Estoril
POR D1
Win
33%
Draw
33%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Portugal League Cup
Played games
Benfica
Benfica
56
 Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
54
Goals
Scored
135
Avg. per game
2.41
Conceded
50
Avg. per game
0.89
Scored
85
Avg. per game
1.57
Conceded
53
Avg. per game
0.98
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 56 matches
YesNo
51 (91%)5 (9%)
In last 56 matches
NoYes
46 (85%)8 (15%)
Benfica

Benfica

Recent matches

Sporting Braga

Sporting Braga

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Benfica Benfica
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
Shots
Benfica
Benfica
Total shots
16.86 avg / game
Blocked
191 total
Avg. 4.66
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
Total shots
13.69 avg / game
Blocked
110 total
Avg. 3.55
Benfica Benfica Pass Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
Total passes
21495
Avg. 467 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
56%
Total passes
22731
Avg. 494 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
57%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Benfica
Benfica
6323
Avg. 112.91 / game
 Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
5979
Avg. 110.72 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Benfica
Benfica
3273
Avg. 58.45 / game
 Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
2803
Avg. 51.91 / game
OTHERS
Benfica
Benfica
56
Played games
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
54
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.46
26
Clean sheets
21
0.39
6.66
373
Corners
316
5.85
17.39
974
Throw-ins
1005
18.61
2.43
136
Offsides
79
1.46
2.46
138
GK saves
151
2.80
Benfica
Benfica
DISCIPLINARY
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.80
101
Yellow card
109
2.02
0.00
0
Red card
7
0.13
11.25
630
Fouls
652
12.07
15.71
880
Tackles
741
13.72
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How We Build the Benfica vs Sporting Braga Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on 08 January 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 League 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 vs Sporting Braga 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 Sporting Braga'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 League 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 League Cup standings and the Portugal League Cup form table to understand exactly where Benfica and Sporting Braga 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 League Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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