Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

Middlesbrough U21

W L W W L

7th place in Group B

0-1

18/12/2024 15:00

SL Benfica B

L L D W W

5th place in Group B

Premier League International Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B on 18 December 2024 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B preview before placing your bet.

Middlesbrough U21 will face SL Benfica B in Premier League International Cup on December 18, 2024 at 15:00.
Middlesbrough U21 are currently 7th with 3 points after 4 matches.
SL Benfica B sit 5th with 5 points from 4 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.91.

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

15:00

2024-12-18

Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B - Prediction & Odds

Middlesbrough U21

SL Benfica B

2024-12-18 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2024

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Lyonnais II	9	4	3	0	1	5	2	3
02 Athletic Bilbao B	8	4	2	2	0	10	5	5
03 Sunderland U21	7	4	2	1	1	6	6	0
04 West Ham U21	5	4	1	2	1	7	7	0
05 SL Benfica B	5	4	1	2	1	5	5	0
06 Blackburn Rovers U21	4	4	1	1	2	5	6	-1
07 Middlesbrough U21	3	4	1	0	3	3	8	-5
08 Monchengladbach AM.	3	4	1	0	3	7	9	-2

Middlesbrough U21 Last 6 matches

13/12/2024 15:00

Norwich City U21 1 - 3 Middlesbrough U21

ENG U21

29/11/2024 08:00

Tottenham U21 6 - 1 Middlesbrough U21

ENG U21

12/11/2024 15:00

Halifax Town 1 - 4 Middlesbrough U21

ENL Cup

06/11/2024 15:00

Middlesbrough U21 3 - 2 Monchengladbach AM.

PLI CUP

02/11/2024 11:00

Middlesbrough U21 1 - 4 Nottingham Forest U21

ENG U21

30/10/2024 15:00

Middlesbrough U21 0 - 1 Lyonnais II

PLI CUP

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches SL Benfica B

14/12/2024 11:30

CD Mafra 2 - 0 SL Benfica B

POR D2

07/12/2024 10:00

SL Benfica B 0 - 5 Uniao Leiria

POR D2

01/12/2024 11:30

Maritimo 1 - 1 SL Benfica B

POR D2

23/11/2024 07:00

Portimonense 0 - 2 SL Benfica B

POR D2

10/11/2024 11:30

SL Benfica B 2 - 1 Alverca

POR D2

03/11/2024 07:00

Viseu 1 - 1 SL Benfica B

POR D2

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Premier League Interna...

Played games

Middlesbrough U21

SL Benfica B

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.32

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.93

Scored

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 28 matches

YesNo

20 (71%)8 (29%)

In last 28 matches

NoYes

31 (82%)7 (18%)

Middlesbrough U21

Recent matches

SL Benfica B

Under /Over

(82%)23 5(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)29 9(24%)

Under /Over

(50%)14 14(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

Under /Over

(54%)15 13(46%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

/Yes

(57%)16 12(43%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(55%)21 17(45%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Middlesbrough U21

SL Benfica B

Shots

Middlesbrough U21

Total shots

9.93 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

SL Benfica B

Total shots

11.42 avg / game

Blocked

12 total

Avg. 4.00

Middlesbrough U21 Pass SL Benfica B

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Middlesbrough U21

Played games

SL Benfica B

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.14

Clean sheets

0.34

3.82

107

Corners

188

4.95

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.50

Offsides

1.24

0.00

GK saves

129

3.39

Middlesbrough U21

DISCIPLINARY

SL Benfica B

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.50

2.03

0.07

0.11

3.25

Fouls

414

10.89

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B on 18 December 2024 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 Premier League International 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.

Middlesbrough U21 vs SL Benfica B Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Middlesbrough U21's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against SL Benfica B'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.

Premier League International 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 Premier League International Cup standings and the Premier League International Cup form table to understand exactly where Middlesbrough U21 and SL Benfica B 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 Premier League International Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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