Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 January

Sunderland U21

L W D L L

3rd place in Group B

2-1

22/01/2025 15:00

SL Benfica B

W W D W W

5th place in Group B

Premier League International Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B on 22 January 2025 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B preview before placing your bet.

Sunderland U21 will face SL Benfica B in Premier League International Cup on January 22, 2025 at 15:00.
Sunderland U21 are currently 3rd with 7 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 2.21.

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

2025-01-22

Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B - Prediction & Odds

Sunderland U21

SL Benfica B

2025-01-22 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/01/2025

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

Sunderland U21 Last 6 matches

17/01/2025 15:00

West Ham U21 1 - 0 Sunderland U21

ENG U21

16/12/2024 15:00

Arsenal U21 1 - 2 Sunderland U21

ENG U21

04/12/2024 15:30

Gateshead 2 - 2 Sunderland U21

ENL Cup

30/11/2024 08:00

Sunderland U21 2 - 3 Manchester City U21

ENG U21

25/11/2024 15:00

Sheffield Utd U21 2 - 1 Sunderland U21

ENG U21LC

19/11/2024 15:45

Tamworth 1 - 5 Sunderland U21

ENL Cup

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches SL Benfica B

17/01/2025 14:00

SL Benfica B 4 - 0 Leixoes

POR D2

06/01/2025 14:00

SL Benfica B 2 - 1 Porto B

POR D2

29/12/2024 07:00

Penafiel 1 - 1 SL Benfica B

POR D2

22/12/2024 14:00

SL Benfica B 2 - 0 FC Felgueiras

POR D2

18/12/2024 15:00

Middlesbrough U21 0 - 1 SL Benfica B

PLI CUP

14/12/2024 11:30

CD Mafra 2 - 0 SL Benfica B

POR D2

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Premier League Interna...

Played games

Sunderland U21

SL Benfica B

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (75%)1 (25%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (100%)0 (0%)

Sunderland U21

Recent matches

SL Benfica B

Under /Over

(100%)4 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)3 1(25%)

Under /Over

(25%)1 3(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)2 2(50%)

Under /Over

(75%)3 1(25%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)2 2(50%)

/Yes

(50%)2 2(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(75%)3 1(25%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sunderland U21

SL Benfica B

Shots

Sunderland U21

Total shots

12.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

SL Benfica B

Total shots

13.75 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Sunderland U21 Pass SL Benfica B

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

—

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

—

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sunderland U21

Played games

SL Benfica B

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.25

6.75

Corners

6.75

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Sunderland U21

DISCIPLINARY

SL Benfica B

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.75

1.75

0.25

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B on 22 January 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 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.

Sunderland U21 vs SL Benfica B Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sunderland 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 Sunderland U21 and SL Benfica B sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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