Real Sociedad vs Benfica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 November

Betiball's prediction for Real Sociedad vs Benfica on 08 November 2023 (kick-off: 13:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Real Sociedad vs Benfica preview before placing your bet.

Real Sociedad vs Benfica: Starting Lineups Time : 08/11/2023 13:45

Real Sociedad

3 - 1

Finished

Benfica

86'

Carlos Fernandez Luna

86'

Alvaro Odriozola Arzallus / Aritz Elustondo

78'

Arsen Zakharyan / Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

70'

Benat Turrientes / Brais Mendez

70'

Carlos Fernandez Luna / Takefusa Kubo

62'

Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

29'

Brais Mendez

21'

Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

15'

Mikel Merino Zazon Goal Disallowed

11'

Mikel Oyarzabal

Mikel Merino Zazon

85' Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes / Rafael Ferreira Silva

85' Chiquinho / Joao Mario

85' Casper Tengstedt / Angel Fabian Di Maria

64' Petar Musa / Arthur Mendonça Cabral

49' Rafael Ferreira Silva

31' David Jurasek / Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis

20' Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis

86'

Carlos Fernandez Luna

85' Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes / Rafael Ferreira Silva

86'

Alvaro Odriozola Arzallus / Aritz Elustondo

85' Chiquinho / Joao Mario

78'

Arsen Zakharyan / Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

85' Casper Tengstedt / Angel Fabian Di Maria

70'

Benat Turrientes / Brais Mendez

64' Petar Musa / Arthur Mendonça Cabral

70'

Carlos Fernandez Luna / Takefusa Kubo

49' Rafael Ferreira Silva

62'

Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

31' David Jurasek / Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis

29'

Brais Mendez

20' Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis

21'

Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

15'

Mikel Merino Zazon Goal Disallowed

11'

Mikel Oyarzabal

Mikel Merino Zazon

Real Sociedad

Substitutions

#12 Arsen Zakharyan

#22 Benat Turrientes

#2 Alvaro Odriozola Arzallus

#9 Carlos Fernandez Luna

#11 Mohamed Ali-Cho

#19 Sadiq Umar

#32 Unai Marrero Larranaga

#30 Gaizka Ayesa

#26 Urko Gonzalez de Zarate

#29 Pablo Marin Tejada

#28 Jon Magunazelaia Argoitia

#16 Jon Ander Olasagasti

Real Sociedad Benfica Benfica

17Shots11

7Shots on Goal4

18Fouls9

10Corner Kick3

10Free kick20

2Offside2

2Yellow card1

51Aerial35

3Save2

23Successful Tackles26

7Interceptions9

2Assist1

4Substitution5

6Shots off goal3

1Hit The Post0

23Head Success20

4Blocked4

23Tackle26

12Dribbles4

18Throw-in26

411Passes375

123Attacks72

60Dangerous attacks45

2Corner Kicks(HT)2

Benfica

Substitutions

#33 Petar Musa

#13 David Jurasek

#19 Casper Tengstedt

#22 Chiquinho

#17 Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes

#38 Joao Victor Da Silva Marcelino

#45 Leo Kokubo

#47 Tiago Maria Antunes Gouveia

#24 Samuel Jumpe Soares

#44 Tomas Araujo

Commentary

86' Carlos Fernandez Luna - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card

86' Real Sociedad — substitution: Alvaro Odriozola Arzallus / Aritz Elustondo

85' Benfica — substitution: Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes / Rafael Ferreira Silva

85' Benfica — substitution: Chiquinho / Joao Mario

85' Benfica — substitution: Casper Tengstedt / Angel Fabian Di Maria

78' Real Sociedad — substitution: Arsen Zakharyan / Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza

70' Real Sociedad — substitution: Benat Turrientes / Brais Mendez

70' Real Sociedad — substitution: Carlos Fernandez Luna / Takefusa Kubo

64' Benfica — substitution: Petar Musa / Arthur Mendonça Cabral

62' Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card

49' Goal! Rafael Ferreira Silva - Benfica

31' Benfica — substitution: David Jurasek / Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis

29' Penalty missed! Brais Mendez - Real Sociedad

21' Goal! Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza - Real Sociedad

20' Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis - Benfica receive a yellow card

15' VAR review - Real Sociedad

11' Goal! Mikel Oyarzabal - Real Sociedad

6' Goal! Mikel Merino Zazon - Real Sociedad

How We Build the Real Sociedad vs Benfica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Real Sociedad vs Benfica on 08 November 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 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.

Real Sociedad vs Benfica Form Analysis

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