Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(4) 2 Goals 14 (24)
(4) 2 Assists 14 (17)
(6.4) 6.4 Average Ratings 7.2 (6.8)
28 Average Age 26.5
182.7 Average Height (cm) 182.2
(0.9) 0.7 Shots pg 1.4 (1.4)
(44%) 43% Aerial Duel Success 59% (60%)
(0.5) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.8 (0.9)
(1.4) 1.2 Tackles pg 1.3 (1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Missing Players

Farense
Benfica
Player Reason Status Rating
Rafael Barbosa Out 6.28
Tómané Out 6.66
Jaiminho Out 6.11
Filipe Soares Out 6.04
Marco Matias Doubtful 6
Player Reason Status Rating
Tiago Gouveia Out 7.15

Team News

Farense
Benfica
  • Marco Matias could bring fresh legs to the attack if recovered.
  • Tozé Marreco should keep the three-man backline used against SC Braga last time out despite losing that game.
  • Akturkoglu enjoyed a wonderful performance playing as false nine and Bruno Lage might keep him in that role.
  • Pavlidis renewed his confidence levels with a brace in midweek.

Prediction

  • Despite playing against a fatigued SC BRaga, Farense were unable to put up a fight against the Gverreiros do Minho and ended up losing 2-0. The team has improved under Tozé Marreco, but they're still rooted to the foot of the table.
  • SL Benfica reacted to their Champions League defeat in the best way possible as they beat Rio Ave 5-0. The Eagles have improve massively up front since Bruno Lage took charge, scoring 17 goals in four league matches.
  • The São Luís stadium is usually a tough place to play for a visitor, but given SL Benfica's quality, anything but an away win would be a surprise.
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