Tournament: Primeira Liga, Portugal
Venue: Estadio C. Joaquim de Almeida Freitas (Moreira)
Date & Kick-off Time: August 30, 2024, 21:15
In the 4th round of the Primeira Liga, Moreirense will host Benfica in a match where the visitors are the clear favorites. However, given Benfica's recent inconsistencies, Moreirense may have a chance to capitalize on their home advantage.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Moreirense has won two out of their first three matches.
- Benfica has lost two of their last four games.
- Moreirense wins the first half in 39% of their matches, while Benfica wins in 44%.
Our Prediction for the Moreirense vs Benfica Match
Moreirense, the "Green and Whites," had an impressive return to the top flight last season, finishing in 6th place. They’ve started this season strongly, winning two of their first three matches. Benfica, the "Eagles," have had a rocky start, losing their opening game but recovering with back-to-back wins.
Benfica’s summer was marked by significant player turnover, including the departures of key players like David Neres and João Neves. However, they've reinforced their midfield and brought in Vangelis Pavlidis, who has already begun scoring. Moreirense, under their new manager, will be eager to continue their strong form, especially with Aboh Assoué finding his scoring boots early this season.
While Benfica is the stronger team on paper, their recent form suggests that Moreirense could challenge them, particularly on home turf. Both teams have shown an ability to score, so this match has the potential for goals.
Possible Starting Lineups
Moreirense (Possible lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Kevin
- Defenders: Frimpong, Marakas, Marcelo, Pinto
- Midfielders: Ramos, Ofori, Antonisse, Alanzinho, Madson
- Forward: Assoué
Benfica (Possible lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Trubin
- Defenders: Basti, António Silva, Tomás Araújo, Bah
- Midfielders: Florentino, Barreiro, Aursnes, João Mário, Prestianni
- Forward: Pavlidis
Head-to-Head Matches: Moreirense vs Benfica
Moreirense has managed to secure three draws against Benfica in past encounters, but they were convincingly defeated 3-0 in their most recent meeting.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Moreirense vs Benfica
Given Benfica's status as favorites but considering Moreirense's form, we recommend betting on "over 2.5 goals" for this match, with odds of 1.84.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals.
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