Santa Clara want a result that keeps them clear of trouble, while Benfica need the three points to stay in the title fight. In our Santa Clara vs Benfica prediction for this Primeira Liga clash, one number stands out above the rest: Benfica have won 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two sides.

Only one of the last five meetings between these teams ended in a draw. Benfica won the other four, and three of those wins came with a clean sheet or a comfortable scoreline. That record is the clearest reason behind the pick for this game.

The most recent meeting, back in February 2026, saw Benfica win 1-2 away from home. Before that, Benfica beat Santa Clara 3-0 and 4-1 in two separate meetings during 2024. Santa Clara have not won a single one of these five games in our data.

Why Benfica’s Away Form Backs the Pick

Benfica score 2.6 goals a game on average, well above Santa Clara’s home average of 1.8. Benfica also concede 1 goal a game on the road, which is more than Santa Clara’s defense gives up at home. That gap in scoring output is a big reason why a Benfica win looks likely, even away from home.

Benfica’s away form reads WLWWW across their last five matches. That single loss shows they are not unbeatable, but four wins out of five is still a strong return. Santa Clara, by contrast, have shown decent form at home with WWDWD, including two wins and two draws in their last five.

Where the Risk Sits

Santa Clara are not an easy team to beat at home. Their 0.6 goals conceded per game at home is a solid number, and it means Benfica may not get an easy afternoon. The one loss in Benfica’s recent away form is a reminder that this Benfica side can be caught out.

Both teams also carry some goal threat. Santa Clara score at a 60% over 2.5 rate at home, and Benfica match that figure on the road. BTTS has landed in 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meetings too, so a tight, open game is not out of the question.

  • Benfica have won 4 of the last 5 meetings with Santa Clara
  • Benfica score 2.6 goals a game away from home
  • Santa Clara concede just 0.6 goals a game at home
  • Both teams scored in 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games

The odds of 1.32 for a Benfica win show how strongly the market agrees with this head-to-head pattern. That price leaves little room for value, but it reflects a real gap in quality and recent history between these two sides. Backing Benfica here is less about chasing a big return and more about following a clear trend.

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Santa Clara’s Task Against a Stronger Opponent

Santa Clara will need their home defense to hold up for long spells. Conceding first against a team that scores 2.6 goals a game on average could be costly. Their draws this season show they can be hard to break down, but Benfica’s scoring record is tough to ignore.

Our Santa Clara vs Benfica prediction leans on that head-to-head record and the gap in goals scored. A Benfica win is the pick, but given Santa Clara’s solid home form, this is not a result to take for granted.

Back Benfica to win, but don’t expect Santa Clara to make it easy.

Sources: Primeira Liga official site for fixtures and standings, and our VIP tips for more daily picks.