Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 07 January

Chelsea U21

8th place in Premier League International Cup

2-6

Chelsea U21
Win Probability 40%

07/01/2026 16:00

SL Benfica B

3rd place in Premier League International Cup

Premier League International Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B 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 Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B preview before placing your bet.

Chelsea U21 will face SL Benfica B in Premier League International Cup on January 7, 2026 at 16:00.
Chelsea U21 are currently 8th with 0 points after 4 matches.
SL Benfica B sit 3rd with 8 points from 4 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 2.24.

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

Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B - Prediction & Odds

Chelsea U21

SL Benfica B

2026-01-07 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 07/01/2026

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

01 Real Sociedad B	10	4	3	1	0	6	3	3
02 Dinamo Zagreb B	9	4	3	0	1	6	3	3
03 SL Benfica B	8	4	2	2	0	13	4	9
04 Paris Saint Germain U21	7	4	2	1	1	7	5	2
05 Brighton U21	5	4	1	2	1	6	5	1
06 Nottingham Forest U21	4	4	1	1	2	3	3	0
07 Newcastle U21	1	4	0	1	3	0	10	-10
08 Chelsea U21	0	4	0	0	4	6	14	-8

Head To Head

16/10/2015 14:05

Chelsea U21

0 - 3

SL Benfica B

INT CF

Chelsea U21

Draw

SL Benfica B

100%

Chelsea U21 Last 6 matches

03/12/2025 15:00

Chelsea U21 1 - 3 Paris Saint Germain U21

PLI CUP

08/11/2025 10:00

Chelsea U21 4 - 1 Reading U21

ENG U21

31/10/2025 15:00

Everton U21 1 - 0 Chelsea U21

ENG U21

28/10/2025 15:00

Walsall 0 - 0 Chelsea U21

EFL Trophy

25/10/2025 09:00

Chelsea U21 2 - 1 Arsenal U21

ENG U21

18/10/2025 09:00

Chelsea U21 1 - 2 Dinamo Zagreb B

PLI CUP

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches SL Benfica B

05/01/2026 14:00

SL Benfica B 1 - 1 Porto B

POR D2

28/12/2025 07:00

Viseu 1 - 2 SL Benfica B

POR D2

22/12/2025 14:00

SL Benfica B 1 - 0 Sporting CP B

POR D2

16/12/2025 13:00

Maritimo 1 - 1 SL Benfica B

POR D2

06/12/2025 14:00

SL Benfica B 2 - 0 Oliveirense

POR D2

03/12/2025 15:00

Nottingham Forest U21 1 - 1 SL Benfica B

PLI CUP

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Premier League Interna...

Played games

Chelsea U21

SL Benfica B

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.10

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.66

Scored

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.26

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 29 matches

YesNo

25 (86%)4 (14%)

In last 29 matches

NoYes

31 (82%)7 (18%)

Chelsea U21

Recent matches

SL Benfica B

Under /Over

(86%)25 4(14%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)31 7(18%)

Under /Over

(45%)13 16(55%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

Under /Over

(69%)20 9(31%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

/Yes

(62%)18 11(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(61%)23 15(39%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Chelsea U21

SL Benfica B

Shots

Chelsea U21

Total shots

15.11 avg / game

Blocked

72 total

Avg. 4.00

SL Benfica B

Total shots

11.67 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Chelsea U21 Pass SL Benfica B

Total passes

2284

Avg. 571 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

59%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Chelsea U21

Played games

SL Benfica B

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.24

5.24

152

Corners

208

5.47

3.03

Throw-ins

687

18.08

2.10

Offsides

1.45

1.97

GK saves

0.34

Chelsea U21

DISCIPLINARY

SL Benfica B

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.21

102

2.68

0.07

0.21

10.17

295

Fouls

539

14.18

1.10

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B 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 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.

Chelsea U21 vs SL Benfica B Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Chelsea 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 Chelsea U21 and SL Benfica B 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 Premier League International Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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