Benfica VS Fenerbahce Prediction 28 August 2025

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Time:28-08-2025 03:00 Thursday

【Strength Comparison】
This UEFA Champions League Playoff matchup features the 6th-placed Benfica from the Portuguese Primeira Liga against the 7th-placed Fenerbahce from the Turkish Süper Lig.
Benfica have an impressive 100% win rate over their 2 matches so far this season, with 2 wins. Fenerbahce have a 50% win rate in their 2 matches played.
In their recent 6 matches, Benfica have 2 wins and 0 losses, while Fenerbahce have 1 win, 1 draw, and 0 losses.
The stats indicate that Benfica have a clear advantage over Fenerbahce in terms of overall performance and recent form.

【Head-to-Head】
Benfica and Fenerbahce have faced each other 6 times in the past, with Benfica winning 2 matches, Fenerbahce winning 1, and 3 draws.
In their most recent encounter, which was a UEFA Champions League match, the match ended in a 0-0 draw. The match before that also ended in a 1-1 draw.
The head-to-head record suggests that the teams are evenly matched in this fixture.

【Key Factors】
The key factors that could determine the outcome are Benfica's strong home form, their recent positive results, and their experience in European competitions, balanced against Fenerbahce's ability to cause an upset.
Both teams have talented players who could make the difference, such as Benfica's Goncalo Ramos and Fenerbahce's Miha Zajc.
Injuries and suspensions could be a concern for Fenerbahce, as they are missing several key players.

【Expert Prediction】 🟢2-1🔵
Based on the available information, I predict a 2-1 victory for the home team, Benfica.
While Fenerbahce will be eager to cause an upset in the Champions League Playoffs, Benfica's strong home form, recent performances, and slight advantage in the head-to-head record suggest they have the edge in this encounter.
Benfica will likely look to control possession and create scoring opportunities through their experienced attacking players. Fenerbahce may struggle to contain the home side's offensive threat, but they have the quality to pose a threat on the counterattack.
An unexpected result or a more comfortable win for either side cannot be entirely ruled out, but a 2-1 victory for Benfica is my prediction for this UEFA Champions League Playoff match.
This match has the potential to be a closely contested affair, with both teams eager to secure a place in the lucrative group stage of Europe's premier club competition.