Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(78) 62 Goals 8 (33)
(51) 34 Assists 12 (26)
(6.6) 7.1 Average Ratings 6.5 (6.4)
28.5 Average Age 27
180 Average Height (cm) 181.5
(1.1) 1.4 Shots pg 0.5 (0.7)
(54%) 54% Aerial Duel Success 48% (47%)
(0.9) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.8)
(1.5) 1.3 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Missing Players

Benfica
Estoril
Player Reason Status Rating
Julian Draxler Out 6.48
Alexander Bah Out 7.11
Player Reason Status Rating
Lucas Áfrico Out 6.14
Tiago Gouveia Out 6.93

Team News

Benfica
Estoril
  • Draxler and Bah remain injured and won't feature here.
  • Guedes and/or Neres could start out wide if Roger Schmidt decides to bring fresh legs to the attack.
  • Tiago Gouveia cannot face his parent club and won't be part of Sunday's game. Guitane and Carlos Eduardo might feature out wide as a result.
  • Geraldes is back available and could be part of the midfield trio, replacing João Marques.

Prediction

  • SL Benfica's have finally ended their losing run in midweek against Inter as they were able to get a 3-3 draw against the 'Nerazzurri'. That, however, wasn't enough to get into the Champions League semi-finals and they will shift their focus to the Primeira Liga.
  • GD Estoril-Praia lost to Portimonense SC last time around and might be in the relegation zone by the time this match starts. The 'Canarinhos' have only won once in their last nine matches, losing the other eight.
  • This might be the ideal match for SL Benfica to restore their confidence levels, as they play in front of their vociferous supporters against a side that are running low on morale.
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