Benfica vs Estrela Amadora Prediction: The Eagles Will Swoop Maximum Points

Benfica will welcome Estrela Amadora to the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica in the third round of the Primeira Liga. 

Let's have a look at the latest Portuguese Primeira Liga predictions between Benfica vs. Estrela Amadora, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Benfica

Following a disappointing loss to Famalicao, who have been nothing but a nightmare to them, Benfica had no other choice but to demand a favorable outcome in their most recent match against Casa Pia at the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica. 

Despite a slow start in the first half, Schmidt's wards dominated proceedings in the second half, with new signing Evangelos Pavlídis breaking the deadlock in the 70th minute, followed by goals from Tiago Gouveia and Fredrik Aursnes to end the evening with a hard-fought 3-0 triumph. 

With three points accumulated from two matches, Benfica occupies 8th place in the Primeira Liga standings. They have maintained a three-point cushion over the relegation zone and are three points adrift of first-placed Sporting CP. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Soares; Bah, Araujo, Silva, Carreras; Barreiro, Luis; Mario, Prestianni, Aursnes; Pavlidis

Estrela Amadora

Estrela Amadora shares an unspoken bond with Benfica this season, as they too are a side that was recently haunted by Famalicao in their most recent match. Amadora were denied their first home win of the season, succumbing to a 3-0 defeat.

This comes after defying the odds to hold Braga 1-1 on the road in the league opener. They will be hoping to replicate a similar result here, where their chances of success are slim considering they are up against a side that has won their last 12 matches at home.

With one point on board, Estrela Amadora occupies 14th place in the Primeira Liga standings, and they have maintained a one-point cushion over the relegation zone. They are three points behind sixth-placed Braga.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Brigido; Veiha, Lopes, Ferro, Varela; Luiz, Keliano, Bucca, Nani; Pinho, Kikas

Match Facts

• Benfica are currently on a twelve-match winning streak when playing at home in the Primeira Liga.
• Estrela Amadora has lost four consecutive matches against Benfica.
• Benfica averages 2.5 goals per game when playing at home, and Estrela Amadora averages 1.2 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 4 meetings, Benfica have won 4 times, Estrela Amadora have won 0 times, and there have been 0 draws, with the goal difference being 13-3 in favor of Benfica. 

Expert Betting Tips

Benfica are trying to make amends for their disappointing start to the current season, suffering defeat at the hands of Famalicao in the league opener. Right now, the Eagles are aiming to secure their second win on the bounce, a feat that'll be achievable at the end of the day considering they won 2-0 in their previous home match against Estrela Amadora. 

Therefore, support the home side in the full-time market combined with a total of under 4.5 goals, which should suffice.

• W1 & TU 4.5 for 1.61
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.61
• Anytime Goalscorer - Vangelis Pavlidis for 1.77