Main prediction: Sport Lisboa e Benfica to win

Alternative tip: X2

Other market: over 10.5 corners

The Liga Portugal 2026/27 brings a clash the fans know well. Moreirense FC and Benfica meet again this 09/09, at 20:45, at Parque de Jogos Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas (Moreirense). A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Moreirense FC have won 1 time(s). Benfica have won 5. Benfica are the favourites with a 81.30% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Moreirense FC vs Benfica.

Prediction for Moreirense FC vs Benfica

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Overview Moreirense FC vs Benfica

Benfica are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 1.23 and a 81.30% chance of winning. Sport Lisboa e Benfica's performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a Moreirense Futebol Clube win are 20.9 and a draw is 8.696.

In the Portuguese League, Moreirense FC have 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded. The top scorer is João Miguel Fins Veloso, with 1 goal(s). On the other side, Benfica have 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 14 goal(s) scored and 3 conceded. Evangelos Pavlidis is the top scorer with 5 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Moreirense FC and Benfica

In 27 clashes, Benfica have the advantage over Moreirense FC: 20 win(s) against 1 and 6 draw(s). The most recent was on 25/04/2026, in the Liga Portugal, the match score was: Benfica 4-1 Moreirense FC.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Moreirense FC vs Benfica, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

Check out all the predictions for the Liga Portugal and see all the analysis before you bet.

Moreirense FC: current form

Moreirense FC have played 4 match(es) in the Liga Portugal.

See the team's performance in the Primeira Liga 2026/27:

1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)

Performance: 1 point(s) per match

4 goals scored (1 per match)

Top scorer: João Miguel Fins Veloso (1 goal(s))

Benfica: current form

On the other side, Benfica are also in great form: a 75% win rate and 2.5 points per match in 4 matches in the Liga Portugal.

In their last 5 across all competitions: 5 win(s) and 0 defeat(s).

See more of their performance in the Portuguese League:

3 win(s), 1 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

Performance: 2.5 point(s) per match

14 goals scored (3.5 per match)

Top scorer: Evangelos Pavlidis (5 goal(s))

Moreirense FC vs Benfica key players

In the Liga Portugal, João Miguel Fins Veloso carries Moreirense Futebol Clube's attack with 1 goal(s).

The playmaker is João Miguel Fins Veloso, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Guilherme Schettine Guimarães has 9 goal(s).

On the other side, Evangelos Pavlidis is the name that frightens the most for The Eagles with 5 goal(s) in the Liga Portugal.

In terms of playmaking, Evangelos Pavlidis leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Evangelos Pavlidis has accumulated 23 goal(s).

Moreirense FC vs Benfica statistics in the Liga Portugal

Moreirense FC have an average of 7.5 corners and 3.75 cards per match. Meanwhile, Benfica have 8.25 corners and 1.25 cards. See the numbers for Moreirense FC vs Benfica in the table below.

Home Team

Moreirense FC Team Logo

Moreirense FC

Portugal - Liga Bwin

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W L D D

1

Home D D W W L

1.6

Away L W L L L

0.6

Away Team

Benfica Team Logo

Benfica

Portugal - Liga Bwin

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W W W W

3

Home W W D W W

2.6

Away W W W D L

2

More tips for Moreirense FC vs Benfica

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Moreirense FC vs Benfica in the Liga Portugal:

👉 Our prediction is: Both teams to score

The Both Teams to Score market predicts that both teams will score in the game, and this is an excellent opportunity in this match between Moreirense FC and Benfica. Based on the odds that betting sites project, we believe this is the best betting recommendation.

Therefore, this is a value bet that has everything to win.

👉 Our prediction is: Benfica to win

Plain and simple, we see Benfica winning this match. This betting tip is based on the team's overall strength, which has been evident in recent results, as well as the odds offered by betting sites.

With their current odds of 1.11 to win on the 1X2 market, this is clearly a high-value bet that you can cash in on.

Correct score prediction for Moreirense FC vs Benfica

Benfica dominate the head-to-head record and also arrive with good attacking capacity. Correct result: Moreirense FC 3-1 Benfica. Guessing the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Moreirense FC vs Benfica

Check out where to watch the live match between Benfica and Moreirense FC:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Moreirense FC and Benfica

The line-ups for Moreirense FC vs Benfica in the Primeira Liga are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Moreirense Futebol Clube line-up

  • 7

    Manuel Mendonça

    Midfielder

  • 9

    Alexandre Duville-Parsemain

    Forward

  • 11

    Landerson Costa Araujo

    Forward

  • 11

    Alanderson Paula

    Defender

  • 13

    André Ferreira

    Goalkeeper

  • 20

    João Veloso

    Midfielder

  • 23

    Nile John

    Midfielder

  • 26

    Maracás

    Defender

  • 27

    Francisco Domingues

    Defender

  • 65

    Guilherme Aquino

    Midfielder

  • 66

    Gilberto Dambi Batista

    Defender

  • 76

    Dinis Pinto

    Defender

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Sport Lisboa e Benfica line-up

  • 2

    Clément Lenglet

    Defender

  • 6

    Alexander Bah

    Defender

  • 10

    Heorhii Sudakov

    Midfielder

  • 14

    Evangelos Pavlidis

    Forward

  • 18

    Leandro Barreiro

    Midfielder

  • 24

    Samuel Soares

    Goalkeeper

  • 25

    Gianluca Prestianni Gross

    Forward

  • 26

    Samuel Dahl

    Defender

  • 27

    Rafa Silva

    Forward

  • 36

    João Palhinha

    Midfielder

  • 44

    Tomás Araújo

    Defender

The Benfica starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Moreirense FC vs Benfica

Match: Moreirense FC vs Benfica

Tournament: Primeira Liga 2026/27

Date: 09/09/2026

Time: 20:45 (Brasília time)

Venue: Parque de Jogos Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas (Moreirense)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 6 September 2026, at 20:09 Last updated on 8 September 2026, at 14:30
Author: Amauri Barbosa

Sports betting analyst with over 15 years of experience. At APWin, he writes football predictions, reviews bookmakers and explains the reasoning behind every bet.