Expert Analysis: Benfica vs Sporting CP
The upcoming football match between Benfica and Sporting CP on December 5, 2025, promises to be an exciting encounter. Both teams have a strong history and rivalry, making this fixture highly anticipated. With Benfica having a slight edge in terms of average goals scored and conceded, the match is expected to be competitive and high-scoring.
Benfica
Sporting CP
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 95.00% | 1.33 Make Bet | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 80.00% | 1.44 Make Bet | |
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 86.00% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 85.00% | Make Bet | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 85.70% | Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 73.20% | 1.30 Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 75.40% | 1.18 Make Bet | |
| First Goal Between Minute 0-29 | 65.10% | 1.83 Make Bet | |
| Last Goal 73+ Minutes | 66.90% | 1.83 Make Bet | |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 64.50% | 2.05 Make Bet | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 65.20% | 1.95 Make Bet | |
| Goal In Last 10 Minutes | 65.00% | Make Bet | |
| Goal In Last 15 Minutes | 68.00% | Make Bet | |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 69.10% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 68.80% | Make Bet | |
| Both Teams To Score | 59.10% | 1.80 Make Bet | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 4.30% | Make Bet | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.13% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 3.73% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.57% | Make Bet | |
| Red Cards | 1.19% | Make Bet |
Prediction: Over 1.5 Goals
With an odds of 93.60, it is highly likely that this match will see more than 1.5 goals. Given the attacking prowess of both teams and their average goals per game, a high-scoring match is anticipated.
Prediction: Over 0.5 Goals HT
The probability of seeing over 0.5 goals in the first half stands at 85.00, suggesting an aggressive start from both sides. Early goals could set the tone for the rest of the match.
Prediction: Away Team To Score In 1st Half
Sporting CP has an 81.90 chance of scoring in the first half. Their ability to capitalize on early opportunities could provide them with a crucial advantage.
Prediction: Home Team To Score In 2nd Half
Benfica is expected to score in the second half with an odds of 80.00. Their strong finishing capabilities make this a likely scenario.
Prediction: Away Team To Score In 2nd Half
Sporting CP also has a good chance (84.50) of scoring in the second half, indicating their resilience and ability to respond to Benfica’s attacks.
Prediction: Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half
The odds of neither team scoring in the second half are relatively low at 76.20, suggesting that goals are expected to continue flowing.
Prediction: Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half
With a probability of 77.30, it is less likely that both teams will fail to score in the first half, given their attacking trends.
Prediction: First Goal Between Minute 0-29
There is a 69.70 chance that the first goal will be scored within the first 29 minutes, indicating an early start to the scoring.
Prediction: Last Goal After 73 Minutes
The likelihood of a goal being scored after the 73rd minute is 64.00, suggesting that late-game drama is possible.
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
With odds of 64.10, this match is expected to see more than 2.5 goals, reinforcing the anticipation of a high-scoring game.
Prediction: Sum of Goals 2 or 3
A total of either 2 or 3 goals is predicted with a probability of 64.90, aligning with the expectation of a closely contested match.
Prediction: Goal In Last 10 Minutes
There is a 64.20 chance of a goal being scored in the last 10 minutes, adding potential excitement towards the match’s conclusion.
Prediction: Goal In Last 15 Minutes
Similarly, there is a 64.60 probability of a goal occurring in the final 15 minutes, suggesting that neither team may rest on their laurels until full time.
Prediction: Over 4.5 Cards
The odds for over 4.5 cards being shown during the match are at 65.10, indicating potential for aggressive play and disciplinary actions.
Prediction: Home Team To Score In 1st Half
Benfica has a reasonable chance (64.50) of scoring in the first half, reflecting their offensive capabilities early in the game.
Prediction: Both Teams To Score
With odds of 56.90, it is expected that both teams will find the back of the net, contributing to an engaging match for fans.
Additional Predictions:
- Avg. Total Goals: The average total goals expected for this match is around 3.50.
- Yellow Cards: Approximately 3.43 yellow cards are anticipated.
- Avg. Goals Scored: On average, around 3.83 goals are expected to be scored.
- Avg. Conceded Goals: Benfica is likely to concede about 0.77 goals.
- Red Cards: There might be around 0.59 red cards shown during the game.