Benfica vs Sporting CP 12.11.2023 Prediction: Liga Portugal

Match Overview

A massive clash between two of the biggest clubs in Portugal will take place on Sunday when Benfica host their bitter foes Sporting CP in a match in the Liga Portugal at the Estadio da Luz. Benfica will want to impose themselves upon their opponents early on in the game, but it will not be easy as Sporting are renowned to play counter-attacking football.

Key Highlights 

It has to be remembered that Benfica are ranked 4th in goals scored per match (2.1 goals). At the same time, they have also kept the most number of clean sheets in the competition (5). Sporting CP will rely heavily upon their star player Marcus Edwards, who is understandably ranked 1st in big chances created in the competition (8).

Injury Report

David Neres and Alexander Bah have been ruled out of this game for Benfica whereas Sporting CP can count their lucky stars as none of their top players have been either injured or suspended on the eve of this game..

Prediction

We expect BTTS (both teams to score) in this game. Rafa Silva of Benfica is ranked 2nd in big chances created in the competition (6). On the other hand, Sporting CP are ranked 2nd in goals scored per match (2.2 goals). Luckily for them, Sporting are also ranked 3rd away from home this season. This will work heavily in their favour on Sunday.