Benfica vs Sporting Braga: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 07 January

Benfica

No standing data

1-3

Benfica
Win Probability 52%

07/01/2026 16:00

Sporting Braga

No standing data

Portugal League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on 07 January 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Benfica vs Sporting Braga preview before placing your bet.

Benfica will face Sporting Braga in Portugal League Cup on January 7, 2026 at 16:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.71.

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

2026-01-07

Benfica vs Sporting Braga - Prediction & Odds

Benfica

Sporting Braga

2026-01-07 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 07/01/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Benfica and Sporting Braga in the Portugal League Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

28/12/2025 14:00

Sporting Braga

2 - 2

Benfica

POR D1

17/05/2025 13:00

Sporting Braga

1 - 1

Benfica

POR D1

26/02/2025 16:45

Benfica

1 - 0

Sporting Braga

POR CUP

08/01/2025 15:45

Benfica

3 - 0

Sporting Braga

PORLC

04/01/2025 14:00

Benfica

1 - 2

Sporting Braga

POR D1

27/04/2024 13:00

Benfica

3 - 1

Sporting Braga

POR D1

Sporting Braga

50%

Draw

33%

Benfica

17%

Benfica Last 6 matches

03/01/2026 14:00

Benfica 3 - 1 Estoril

POR D1

28/12/2025 14:00

Sporting Braga 2 - 2 Benfica

POR D1

22/12/2025 16:45

Benfica 1 - 0 FC Famalicao

POR D1

17/12/2025 16:45

SC Farense 0 - 2 Benfica

POR CUP

14/12/2025 14:00

Moreirense 0 - 4 Benfica

POR D1

10/12/2025 16:00

Benfica 2 - 0 Napoli

UEFA CL

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Sporting Braga

03/01/2026 14:00

Estrela da Amadora 3 - 3 Sporting Braga

POR D1

28/12/2025 14:00

Sporting Braga 2 - 2 Benfica

POR D1

23/12/2025 15:00

FC Caldas 0 - 3 Sporting Braga

POR CUP

19/12/2025 16:15

Estoril 1 - 0 Sporting Braga

POR D1

15/12/2025 14:45

Sporting Braga 1 - 0 Santa Clara

POR D1

11/12/2025 13:45

Nice 0 - 1 Sporting Braga

UEFA EL

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Portugal League Cup

Played games

Benfica

Sporting Braga

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.15

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.88

Scored

Avg. per game

2.21

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.93

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 26 home matches

YesNo

24 (92%)2 (8%)

In last 26 home matches

NoYes

26 (90%)3 (10%)

Benfica

Recent matches

Sporting Braga

Under /Over

(85%)22 4(15%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)22 7(24%)

Under /Over

(54%)14 12(46%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(55%)16 13(45%)

Under /Over

(50%)13 13(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)11 18(62%)

/Yes

(50%)13 13(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(48%)14 15(52%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Benfica

Sporting Braga

Shots

Benfica

Total shots

17.46 avg / game

Blocked

128 total

Avg. 4.92

Sporting Braga

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

79 total

Avg. 3.16

Benfica Pass Sporting Braga

Total passes

12232

Avg. 470 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

14574

Avg. 540 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Benfica

Played games

Sporting Braga

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.45

6.58

171

Corners

144

4.97

18.62

484

Throw-ins

506

17.45

2.00

Offsides

1.21

2.19

GK saves

2.14

Benfica

DISCIPLINARY

Sporting Braga

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.62

1.86

0.08

0.07

10.96

285

Fouls

321

11.07

10.65

277

Tackles

237

8.17

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How We Build the Benfica vs Sporting Braga Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Benfica vs Sporting Braga on 07 January 2026 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 Portugal League 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.

Benfica vs Sporting Braga Form Analysis

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

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

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