Benfica vs Sporting Braga: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 07 January

Prediction Match Centre
Benfica
No standing data
1
1-3
Benfica
Win Probability 52%
07/01/2026 13:00
Sporting Braga
No standing data
Portugal League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on 07 January 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) 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 7, 2026 at 13:00.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.71.
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.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
13:00

2026-01-07

Benfica vs Sporting Braga - Prediction & Odds

Benfica
Benfica
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
2026-01-07 13:00
52
25
23
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.50
1.71
FT
1-3 0-2
-
weather
12℃～13℃
STANDINGS UP TO 07/01/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Benfica and Sporting Braga in the Portugal League Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
28/12/2025 11:00
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
2 - 2
Benfica Benfica
POR D1
17/05/2025 10:00
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
1 - 1
Benfica Benfica
POR D1
26/02/2025 13:45
Benfica Benfica
1 - 0
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR CUP
08/01/2025 12:45
Benfica Benfica
3 - 0
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
PORLC
04/01/2025 11:00
Benfica Benfica
1 - 2
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR D1
27/04/2024 10:00
Benfica Benfica
3 - 1
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
POR D1
Sporting Braga
3
50%
Draw
2
33%
Benfica
1
17%
Benfica Benfica Last 6 matches
03/01/2026 11:00
Benfica 3 - 1 Estoril
POR D1
28/12/2025 11:00
Sporting Braga 2 - 2 Benfica
POR D1
22/12/2025 13:45
Benfica 1 - 0 FC Famalicao
POR D1
17/12/2025 13:45
SC Farense 0 - 2 Benfica
POR CUP
14/12/2025 11:00
Moreirense 0 - 4 Benfica
POR D1
10/12/2025 13:00
Benfica 2 - 0 Napoli
UEFA CL
Win
83%
Draw
17%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
03/01/2026 11:00
Estrela da Amadora 3 - 3 Sporting Braga
POR D1
28/12/2025 11:00
Sporting Braga 2 - 2 Benfica
POR D1
23/12/2025 12:00
FC Caldas 0 - 3 Sporting Braga
POR CUP
19/12/2025 13:15
Estoril 1 - 0 Sporting Braga
POR D1
15/12/2025 11:45
Sporting Braga 1 - 0 Santa Clara
POR D1
11/12/2025 10:45
Nice 0 - 1 Sporting Braga
UEFA EL
Win
50%
Draw
33%
Lost
17%
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
Benfica
Benfica
54
 Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
61
Goals
Scored
49
Avg. per game
0.91
Conceded
26
Avg. per game
0.48
Scored
55
Avg. per game
0.90
Conceded
31
Avg. per game
0.51
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 54 matches
YesNo
31 (57%)23 (43%)
In last 54 matches
NoYes
41 (67%)20 (33%)
Benfica

Benfica

Recent matches

Sporting Braga

Sporting Braga

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Benfica Benfica
Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
Shots
Benfica
Benfica
Total shots
16.02 avg / game
Blocked
238 total
Avg. 4.76
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
Total shots
11.33 avg / game
Blocked
152 total
Avg. 3.04
Benfica Benfica Pass Sporting Braga Sporting Braga
Total passes
24866
Avg. 469 / game
Accurate
84%
Ball possession
55%
Total passes
29768
Avg. 532 / game
Accurate
86%
Ball possession
60%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Benfica
Benfica
5721
Avg. 105.94 / game
 Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
6690
Avg. 109.67 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Benfica
Benfica
3020
Avg. 55.93 / game
 Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
3328
Avg. 54.56 / game
OTHERS
Benfica
Benfica
54
Played games
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
61
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.44
24
Clean sheets
26
0.43
6.46
349
Corners
305
5.00
18.85
1018
Throw-ins
1071
17.56
1.43
77
Offsides
73
1.20
2.50
135
GK saves
141
2.31
Benfica
Benfica
DISCIPLINARY
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.94
105
Yellow card
123
2.02
0.11
6
Red card
5
0.08
10.83
585
Fouls
688
11.28
9.91
535
Tackles
483
7.92
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How We Build the Benfica vs Sporting Braga Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on 07 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 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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