Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 December

Red Bull Salzburg

W W D W D

4th place in Group D

1-3

12/12/2023 16:00

Benfica

D D D W W

3rd place in Group D

UEFA Champions League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica on 12 December 2023 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica preview before placing your bet.

Red Bull Salzburg are currently 4th with 4 points after 6 matches.
Benfica sit 3rd with 4 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Benfica to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Red Bull Salzburg, who have won 1 of the last 1 meetings. Benfica have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

16:00

2023-12-12

Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica - Prediction & Odds

Red Bull Salzburg

Benfica

2023-12-12 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 12/12/2023

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

01 Real Sociedad	12	6	3	3	0	7	2	5
02 Inter Milan	12	6	3	3	0	8	5	3
03 Benfica	4	6	1	1	4	7	11	-4
04 Red Bull Salzburg	4	6	1	1	4	4	8	-4

Head To Head

20/09/2023 15:00

Benfica

0 - 2

Red Bull Salzburg

UEFA CL

Red Bull Salzburg

100%

Draw

Benfica

Red Bull Salzburg Last 6 matches

09/12/2023 09:30

Rapid Wien 0 - 1 Red Bull Salzburg AUT D1

03/12/2023 09:30

Red Bull Salzburg 1 - 0 Wolfsberger AC AUT D1

29/11/2023 16:00

Real Sociedad 0 - 0 Red Bull Salzburg UEFA CL

25/11/2023 11:59

Red Bull Salzburg 3 - 2 TSV Hartberg AUT D1

12/11/2023 11:59

Austria Wien 0 - 0 Red Bull Salzburg AUT D1

08/11/2023 16:00

Red Bull Salzburg 0 - 1 Inter Milan UEFA CL

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Benfica

08/12/2023 14:00

Benfica 1 - 1 SC Farense POR D1

03/12/2023 14:00

Moreirense 0 - 0 Benfica POR D1

29/11/2023 16:00

Benfica 3 - 3 Inter Milan UEFA CL

25/11/2023 16:45

Benfica 2 - 0 FC Famalicao POR CN

12/11/2023 16:30

Benfica 2 - 1 Sporting CP POR D1

08/11/2023 13:45

Real Sociedad 3 - 1 Benfica UEFA CL

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues UEFA Champions League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Red Bull Salzburg

Benfica

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.17

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

Red Bull Salzburg

Recent matches

Benfica

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

Under /Over

(33%)2 4(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

Under /Over

(33%)2 4(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)2 4(67%)

/Yes

(33%)2 4(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)3 3(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Red Bull Salzburg

Benfica

Shots

Red Bull Salzburg

Total shots

12.17 avg / game

Blocked

24 total

Avg. 4.00

Benfica

Total shots

12.17 avg / game

Blocked

18 total

Avg. 3.00

Red Bull Salzburg Pass Benfica

Total passes

2333

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

44%

Total passes

2548

Avg. 425 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Red Bull Salzburg

Played games

Benfica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.00

3.33

Corners

4.17

14.67

Throw-ins

121

20.17

1.67

Offsides

1.33

4.00

GK saves

3.83

Red Bull Salzburg

DISCIPLINARY

Benfica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.67

1.50

0.00

0.33

12.83

Fouls

7.83

19.00

114

Tackles

120

20.00

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How We Build the Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica on 12 December 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 UEFA Champions League 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.

Red Bull Salzburg vs Benfica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Red Bull Salzburg'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.

UEFA Champions League 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 UEFA Champions League standings and the UEFA Champions League form table to understand exactly where Red Bull Salzburg and Benfica sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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