Newcastle United vs Benfica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 October

Betiball's prediction for Newcastle United vs Benfica on 21 October 2025 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Newcastle United vs Benfica preview before placing your bet.

Newcastle United vs Benfica: Starting Lineups Time : 21/10/2025 15:00

Newcastle United
3 - 0
Finished
Benfica
90' event Joseph Willock / Bruno Guimaraes Rodriguez Moura
85' event Anthony Elanga / Anthony Gordon
85' event William Osula / Nick Woltemade
83' event Harvey Barnes
70' event Harvey Barnes
63' event Joelinton Cassio Apolinario de Lira / Jacob Ramsey
63' event Harvey Barnes / Jacob Murphy
32' event Anthony Gordon
17' event Malick Thiaw
event 63' Franjo Ivanovic / Amar Dedic
event 45' Dodi Lukebakio Ngandoli
90' event Joseph Willock / Bruno Guimaraes Rodriguez Moura
event 63' Franjo Ivanovic / Amar Dedic
85' event Anthony Elanga / Anthony Gordon
event 45' Dodi Lukebakio Ngandoli
85' event William Osula / Nick Woltemade
83' event Harvey Barnes
70' event Harvey Barnes
63' event Joelinton Cassio Apolinario de Lira / Jacob Ramsey
63' event Harvey Barnes / Jacob Murphy
32' event Anthony Gordon
17' event Malick Thiaw
Newcastle United Newcastle United
Substitutions
#7 Joelinton Cassio Apolinario de Lira
#11 Harvey Barnes
#20 Anthony Elanga
#18 William Osula
#28 Joseph Willock
#31 Max Thompson
#32 Aaron Ramsdale
#5 Fabian Schar
#17 Emil Henry ­Kristoffer Krafth
#37 Alex Murphy
#8 Sandro Tonali
Newcastle United Newcastle United Benfica Benfica
19Shots7
10Shots on Goal2
16Fouls7
12Corner Kick8
7Free kick16
2Offside1
1Yellow card1
30Aerial24
2Save7
13Successful Tackles17
10Interceptions11
21Long pass20
3Assist0
7Successful center1
4Shots off goal3
0Hit The Post1
16Head Success11
5Blocked2
8Tackle11
7Dribbles5
14Throw-in18
415Passes388
98Attacks73
52Dangerous attacks30
3Corner Kicks(HT)6
Benfica Benfica
Substitutions
#9 Franjo Ivanovic
#24 Samuel Jumpe Soares
#66 Joshua Wynder
#3 Rafael Obrador
#26 Samuel Dahl
#18 Leandro Barreiro Martins
#68 Joao Veloso
#84 Joao Rego
#86 Diogo Ferreira Prioste
#90 Ivan Lima
#21 Andreas Schjelderup
#39 Henrique Pereira Araujo
Commentary
90' Newcastle United — substitution: Joseph Willock / Bruno Guimaraes Rodriguez Moura
85' Newcastle United — substitution: Anthony Elanga / Anthony Gordon
85' Newcastle United — substitution: William Osula / Nick Woltemade
83' Goal! Harvey Barnes - Newcastle United
70' Goal! Harvey Barnes - Newcastle United
63' Newcastle United — substitution: Joelinton Cassio Apolinario de Lira / Jacob Ramsey
63' Newcastle United — substitution: Harvey Barnes / Jacob Murphy
63' Benfica — substitution: Franjo Ivanovic / Amar Dedic
45' Dodi Lukebakio Ngandoli - Benfica receive a yellow card
32' Goal! Anthony Gordon - Newcastle United
17' Malick Thiaw - Newcastle United receive a yellow card

How We Build the Newcastle United vs Benfica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Newcastle United vs Benfica on 21 October 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 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.

Newcastle United vs Benfica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Newcastle United'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Newcastle United and Benfica 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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