Vizela vs Benfica Prediction, Tips & Odds – 08.02.2024
Vizela vs Benfica Prediction 08.02.2024. In the quarterfinals of the Taca de Portugal on Thursday at 21:45, Vizela’s team hosts the current champion Benfica at their stadium.
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Vizela vs Benfica Odds
Vizela Team News
Vizela is going through a very tough period, experiencing a streak of four consecutive losses in the championship. What might be even more concerning is the fact that the team conceded a total of 15 goals and scored only three in these matches. After 20 games played, they find themselves at the bottom of the standings with 13 points, five points away from the position that ensures survival in the league.
In the last round, they suffered a 0-1 home defeat against Vitoria Guimaraes, deepening their crisis. As for the Taca de Portugal, Vizela advanced to the quarterfinals by defeating Arouca 1-0 in front of their home crowd. It’s worth mentioning that this triumph resulted from an own goal scored by the visitors.
Benfica Team News
On the other hand, Benfica has continued with its consistently strong performances. In the last round, they convincingly won 3-0 at home against Gil Vicente, with goals from Arthur Cabral, Joao Neves, and Rafa Silva. After 20 games played, they hold the top position in the Portuguese championship with a two-point lead over Sporting, who has one game in hand.
With an impressive streak of ten victories in their last 11 matches across all competitions, Benfica undoubtedly aims to maintain their excellent form on Thursday against Vizela. In the round of 16 of the Taca de Portugal, the current champions faced a tougher challenge against Braga. In a suspenseful and thrilling encounter, they secured advancement to the next round with a 3-2 aggregate score, thanks to Fredrik Aursnes’ goal in the 70th minute.
Vizela vs Benfica H2H
In the previous five encounters between these two teams, Benfica has secured four victories, while one match ended in a draw.
Injuries and suspensions
Vizela: Pedro Ortiz is injured.
Benfica: Juan Bernat and Casper Tengstedt are injured.
Vizela vs Benfica Prediction
The difference in quality, significantly favoring Benfica, is substantial. Considering Vizela’s poor performances lately, we are confident that the visitors will win by at least two goals, even if Roger Schmidt makes some changes to the lineup.
Kick-off Time: Thursday, 08.02.2024. 8:45 PM Local time GMT +0 / 21:45 CET
Prediction: AH2 (-1.5)
Odds (when tipped): 2.00
Sportsbook: Bet365
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