Estoril vs Benfica Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 16 May 2026
On May 16, 2026, Estoril will host Benfica in Matchday 34 of the Portuguese Primeira Liga. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Match preview
Estoril come into the final round of the championship in inconsistent form. The team are currently winless in seven consecutive league matches, recording five defeats and two draws during that stretch. Their last two games both ended 1–1 against Braga and Alverca.
In the league standings, Estoril sit ninth and no longer have any real objectives for the final round. The team are comfortably clear of the relegation zone while also being too far away from European qualification places.
It is also worth highlighting the instability of their defense. Estoril have conceded in seven straight matches.
At home, the team have been fairly balanced this season, recording six wins, five draws, and five defeats, which places them 10th in the league by home form. However, their recent home performances have been problematic, as Estoril are winless in four consecutive matches on their own field.
Looking at head-to-head meetings against Benfica, Estoril have also struggled badly, losing each of their last four home games against this opponent.
Benfica have experienced a season full of ups and downs — from excellent performances early in the campaign to a difficult spell in the middle. Toward the end of the season, they improved noticeably, but dropped crucial points in their last two matches, both ending 2–2 against Famalicão and Braga.
Overall, Benfica are unbeaten in their last ten matches across all competitions, recording six wins and four draws. However, those recent draws seriously affected the title race, allowing Sporting to move ahead. Benfica currently sit third, two points behind Sporting.
It is also worth mentioning that Benfica remain the only team in the league this season that are still unbeaten in the championship.
Away from home, Benfica have been very strong, collecting 11 wins and five draws. However, defensive problems have become noticeable recently, as they have conceded in each of their last four matches.
Games involving Benfica are usually very entertaining and high-scoring, with eight of their last ten matches finishing with over 2.5 goals.
Looking at head-to-head meetings against Estoril, Benfica have dominated this matchup, winning nine of the last ten encounters. Matches between these sides also tend to be open, with four of the last five meetings finishing with both teams scoring and over 2.5 goals.
Probable lineups
- Estoril: Robles, Tsoungui, Ferro, Bacher, Amaral, Holsgrove, Xeka, Sanchez, Guitane, Begraoui, Peixinho
- Benfica: Trubin, Dedic, A. Silva, Araujo, Dahl, Aursnes, Barreiro, Schjelderup, Prestianni, Rafa Silva, Ivanovic
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Estoril have failed to win in 9 of their last 10 matches
- Benfica have won or drawn 11 of their last 12 matches
- In 5 of Benfica’s last 6 matches, both teams scored
- Benfica have won 9 of the last 10 head-to-head meetings
- In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings, both teams scored
Prediction
Both teams enter this match with very different levels of pressure. Estoril are finishing the season without motivation and in poor form, while Benfica are still involved in a tight title race and must win to keep their hopes alive. Estoril’s defensive issues remain a major problem, and their recent results show a lack of stability at the back. Benfica, on the other hand, have been one of the most consistent attacking sides in the league and continue to create chances even in difficult matches. Considering Benfica’s motivation in the title race, their dominance in this head-to-head matchup, and Estoril’s current defensive instability, this game is expected to be open and played at a high tempo, with goals likely at both ends. Recommended bet: Over 3 goals — 1.65
