Benfica vs Sporting Braga Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – January 08

Benfica

L L W W D

No standing data

3-0

08/01/2025 15:45

Sporting Braga

W L W D L

No standing data

Portugal League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on January 08, 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 for you.

Our algorithm prediction: Benfica to win with probability 60%.
Head-to-head history favors Benfica, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Sporting Braga have one win, 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

15:45

2025-01-08

Benfica vs Sporting Braga - Prediction & Odds

Benfica

Sporting Braga

2025-01-08 15:45

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

1 - 2

Sporting Braga

POR D1

27/04/2024 13:00

Benfica

3 - 1

Sporting Braga

POR D1

10/01/2024 16:45

Benfica

3 - 2

Sporting Braga

POR CN

17/12/2023 16:30

Sporting Braga

0 - 1

Benfica

POR D1

06/05/2023 15:30

Benfica

1 - 0

Sporting Braga

POR D1

09/02/2023 16:30

Sporting Braga

1 - 1

Benfica

POR CN

Benfica

67%

Draw

17%

Sporting Braga

17%

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

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

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

316

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

121

Avg. per game

0.40

Scored

253

Avg. per game

0.84

Conceded

141

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

184 (61%)116 (39%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

167 (56%)133 (44%)

Benfica

Recent matches

Sporting Braga

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Benfica

Sporting Braga

Shots

Benfica

Total shots

15.18 avg / game

Blocked

928 total

Avg. 4.14

Sporting Braga

Total shots

13.55 avg / game

Blocked

673 total

Avg. 3.47

Benfica Pass Sporting Braga

Total passes

127833

Avg. 505 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

115764

Avg. 503 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Benfica

300

Played games

Sporting Braga

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

127

Clean sheets

117

0.39

6.58

1974

Corners

1558

5.19

15.44

4633

Throw-ins

4616

15.39

1.83

549

Offsides

380

1.27

2.27

682

GK saves

659

2.20

Benfica

DISCIPLINARY

Sporting Braga

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.89

567

599

2.00

0.07

0.12

10.71

3214

Fouls

3236

10.79

13.97

4192

Tackles

3175

10.58

NEXT MATCHES

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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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