FC Arouca vs Benfica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 October

FC Arouca
LWLLW
2nd place in Group B
2
0-2
FT
31/10/2023 16:15
Benfica
DLWWL
1st place in Group B
Portugal League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Arouca vs Benfica on 31 October 2023 (kick-off: 16:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Arouca vs Benfica preview before placing your bet.

  • FC Arouca will face Benfica in Portugal League Cup on October 31, 2023 at 16:15.
  • FC Arouca are currently 2nd with 3 points after 2 matches.
  • Benfica sit 1st with 6 points from 2 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.33.
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
16:15

2023-10-31

FC Arouca vs Benfica - Prediction & Odds

FC Arouca
FC Arouca
Benfica
Benfica
2023-10-31 16:15
13
20
67
2
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.33
FT
0-2 0-1
-
weather
16℃～17℃
STANDINGS UP TO 31/10/2023
Group B PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Benfica Benfica
6 2 2 0 0 6 1 5
02 FC Arouca FC Arouca
3 2 1 0 1 2 3 -1
03 AVS Futebol SAD AVS Futebol SAD
0 2 0 0 2 2 6 -4
Head To Head
31/01/2023 17:15
FC Arouca FC Arouca
0 - 3
Benfica Benfica
POR D1
05/08/2022 15:15
Benfica Benfica
4 - 0
FC Arouca FC Arouca
POR D1
21/01/2022 15:00
FC Arouca FC Arouca
0 - 2
Benfica Benfica
POR D1
14/08/2021 13:00
Benfica Benfica
2 - 0
FC Arouca FC Arouca
POR D1
22/11/2018 16:45
Benfica Benfica
2 - 1
FC Arouca FC Arouca
POR CN
10/02/2017 16:30
Benfica Benfica
3 - 0
FC Arouca FC Arouca
POR D1
FC Arouca
4
67%
Draw
0
0%
Benfica
2
33%
FC Arouca FC Arouca Last 6 matches
27/10/2023 15:15
FC Arouca 0 - 1 Moreirense
POR D1
21/10/2023 14:00
FC Felgueiras 1 - 3 FC Arouca
POR CN
08/10/2023 15:30
Sporting CP 2 - 1 FC Arouca
POR D1
01/10/2023 10:30
FC Arouca 0 - 2 GD Chaves
POR D1
26/09/2023 15:15
AVS Futebol SAD 1 - 2 FC Arouca
PORLC
22/09/2023 15:15
FC Famalicao 1 - 0 FC Arouca
POR D1
Win
33%
Draw
0%
Lost
67%
Last 6 matches Benfica Benfica
28/10/2023 13:00
Benfica 1 - 1 Casa Pia AC
POR D1
24/10/2023 15:00
Benfica 0 - 1 Real Sociedad
UEFA CL
20/10/2023 11:30
Lusitania Angra Heroismo 1 - 4 Benfica
POR CN
07/10/2023 15:30
Estoril 0 - 1 Benfica
POR D1
03/10/2023 15:00
Inter Milan 1 - 0 Benfica
UEFA CL
29/09/2023 15:15
Benfica 1 - 0 FC Porto
POR D1
Win
50%
Draw
17%
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
FC Arouca
FC Arouca
3
 Benfica
Benfica
3
Goals
Scored
2
Avg. per game
0.67
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
0.67
Scored
4
Avg. per game
1.33
Conceded
0
Avg. per game
0.00
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
2 (67%)1 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
3 (100%)0 (0%)
FC Arouca

FC Arouca

Recent matches

Benfica

Benfica

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 3(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

/Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)2 1(33%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
FC Arouca FC Arouca
Benfica Benfica
Shots
FC Arouca
FC Arouca
Total shots
10.00 avg / game
Blocked
2 total
Avg. 2.00
Benfica
Benfica
Total shots
15.33 avg / game
Blocked
8 total
Avg. 4.00
FC Arouca FC Arouca Pass Benfica Benfica
Total passes
398
Avg. 398 / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
43%
Total passes
976
Avg. 488 / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
58%
TOTAL ATTACKS
FC Arouca
FC Arouca
298
Avg. 99.33 / game
 Benfica
Benfica
326
Avg. 108.67 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
FC Arouca
FC Arouca
117
Avg. 39.00 / game
 Benfica
Benfica
219
Avg. 73.00 / game
OTHERS
FC Arouca
FC Arouca
3
Played games
Benfica
Benfica
3
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.33
1
Clean sheets
1
0.33
3.67
11
Corners
28
9.33
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
4
1.33
3.33
10
GK saves
9
3.00
FC Arouca
FC Arouca
DISCIPLINARY
Benfica
Benfica
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.67
8
Yellow card
7
2.33
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
13.67
41
Fouls
34
11.33
10.00
30
Tackles
43
14.33
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How We Build the FC Arouca vs Benfica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Arouca vs Benfica on 31 October 2023 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.

FC Arouca vs Benfica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Arouca's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Benfica'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 FC Arouca and Benfica sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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